as much as I could find (not on the shelves even now, but available from home delivery). Likewise, my favorite Moroccan Green loose leaf tea that is sometimes hard to find even in "normal times," and I have my freezer full of coffee--not really expensive coffee but just a good everyday variety that I can drink black. Specialty (staple) items you might buy as a treat--maybe some imported honey from France or other--better buy now if you can and don't want to lose the chance.
Bottom line, if you have regular staples that are produced (or shipped) from outside the US, better stock up now unless paying a lot extra or facing shortages doesn't concern you. Coffee, Tea--because they come from draught-impacted countries and face shortages, but also because of the tariffs on their countries of origin.
Mark Cuban is recommending stocking up on consumables. Well, paper towels and toilet paper are produced in the US so I'm less concerned about that, but we may have shortages. The United States imports a significant amount of toilet paper, with Canada being the primary supplier. In 2023, the U.S. imported approximately $415 million worth of toilet paper, with the majority coming from Canada, Mexico, and China. So, if you are thinking of letting your Costco or Sam's card membership go, better use it to buy those before you do.
I think it behooves all of us to look at what we buy--even that can of beans or corn and see where it comes from. Most probably is canned in the US, but obviously, the inputs may come from elsewhere.
Sleep is my sanctuary so I am beyond pissed that I am dreaming about what I'd like to say or see happen to some of these cretins responsible for destroying our economy. I am honestly scared about the explosion of homelessness and the hungry--with Trump shutting off USDA supplies for food pantries. I will continue to give what I can--for as long as I can. sigh...
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