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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Mutual Aid and Eviction Prevention in Minnesota
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MinnPost about a proposed state bill that would allow more nonprofits to issue eviction blocking letters guaranteeing rent payments. Schipper noted that enabling renters to work with trusted community organizations could be especially important…
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with local media about the continued impact of tariffs on Minnesota’s economy. Schipper addressed consumer concerns about rising prices, business uncertainty amid shifting trade policy and reactions to a recent Supreme Court ruling on tariffs,… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on January Inflation Trends
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with CNN about the latest Consumer Price Index report showing inflation slowed to 2.4% in January, an eight-month low. Schipper noted that while the headline data may look encouraging to economists, many households still feel… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on ICE’s Local Economic Impact
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, appeared on “Minnesota Live” to explain how federal immigration enforcement is affecting Minnesota’s local economy, from immigrant-owned businesses and housing stability to delayed labor data and broader economic uncertainty. From the interview:Megan Newquist: Let’s talk about… -
In the News: Dave Vang on the Cost of Trump’s Tariffs
In the NewsDave Vang, a finance professor in the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about new Tax Foundation research estimating that President Trump’s tariffs added roughly $1,000 in costs for the average American household last year, outlining how the policy continues to affect consumer prices, trade negotiations and Minnesota… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Trump’s Pick for Fed Chair
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO-TV about President Trump’s decision to nominate Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, offering context on Warsh’s record, why markets initially reacted with relief, and how the choice could shape… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Market Volatility
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, joined WCCO Radio host Jason DeRusha to explain a sharp stock market decline tied to renewed uncertainty over tariffs and trade policy. Schipper said the drop was driven less by economic fundamentals and more by geopolitical unpredictability, noting that the administration’s use of… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Federal Reserve Independence
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, was quoted in a Minnesota Star Tribune column examining Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s response to political pressure and a Justice Department investigation. Schipper warned that political interference in central banking often leads to inflation, instability and capital flight, pointing to historical examples where… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Cost of ICE Operations in Minnesota
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO-TV to explain the costs associated with the large-scale U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation underway in Minnesota. Schipper provided context on federal spending levels, comparing the billions allocated for immigration enforcement to Minnesota’s… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper Explains Why Grocery Prices Remain High
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas, shared insight on the “Marketplace” podcast examining why grocery prices remain elevated years after the pandemic. Schipper explained that while supply chain disruptions, tariffs and weather events have contributed to rising food costs, prices may not fall if…