Roger Marshall brands himself a champion of Kansas farmers. In reality, he seems pretty comfortable letting farmers suffer, on one hand with input costs rising due to the Iran War (which Marshall supports), and on the other being squeezed by tariffs (which Marshall also supports). The resulting crisis has devastated Kansas agriculture and rippled through small business balance sheets and consumer pocketbooks. Because Marshall backed tariffs, Kansas entered a recession.
2025: Marshall Effectively Voted Against Terminating The February 2025 Tariffs Imposed On Canada. In October 2025, Marshall voted against, according to Congressional Quarterly, “the joint resolution that would terminate the national emergency declared by the president on Feb. 1, 2025, with respect to Canada’s purported ‘failure to act’ to stop fentanyl and human trafficking at the northern border. The emergency declaration imposed tariffs on most imports from Canada.” The vote was on passage. The Senate passed the joint resolution by a vote of 50 to 46. [Senate Vote 598, 10/29/25; Congressional Quarterly, 10/29/25; Congressional Actions, S.J.Res. 77]
2025: Marshall Voted To Disapprove An IRS Rule That Established Reporting Requirements For Digital Asset Proceeds. In March 2025, Marshall voted for, “the bill that would provide for Congressional disapproval of, and nullify, a December 2024 IRS rule related to gross proceeds reporting by brokers involved in digital asset sales. The rule imposed reporting requirements, beginning in 2027, on non-custodial barkers who participate in the decentralized digital asset market. It also required brokers to file information returns and provide payee statements reporting gross proceeds from certain digital asset sales and transactions.” The vote was on passage. The House passed the bill by a vote of 292 to 132. [Senate Vote 151, 3/26/25; Congressional Quarterly, 3/26/25; Congressional Actions, H.J. Res. 25]
2025: Marshall Effectively Voted Against Terminating The April 2025 National Emergency That Imposed 10 Percent “Reciprocal” Tariffs. In October 2025, Marshall voted against, according to Congressional Quarterly, the joint resolution that would “terminate the national emergency declared by the president in April 2025 with respect to global trade relationships. The emergency declaration imposed a 10 percent baseline tariff on all countries trading with the U.S..” The vote was on passage. The Senate passed the joint resolution by a vote of 51 to 47. [Senate Vote 600, 10/30/25; Congressional Quarterly, 10/30/25; Congressional Actions, S.J.Res. 88]
2025: Marshall Voted Against Terminating The National Emergency That Allowed Trump To Impose A 40 Percent Tariff On Brazil. In October 2025, Marshall voted against, according to Congressional Quarterly, “the joint resolution that would terminate the national emergency declared in a July 2025 executive order with respect to imports from Brazil. The executive order imposed an additional 40 percent tariff on Brazilian imports but exempted certain goods, including some metals, energy products and agricultural goods. The executive order also stated that Brazil has taken actions that undermine U.S. national security and economic interests. It accused Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes of politically motivated censorship and coercion of U.S. companies. It also accused Brazilian officials of bringing ‘unjustified criminal charges’ against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, among other antidemocratic activities.” The vote was on passage. The Senate agreed to the joint resolution by a vote of 52 to 48. [Senate Vote 594, 10/28/25; Congressional Quarterly, 10/28/25; Congressional Actions, S.J.Res. 81]
2025: Marshall Effectively Voted Against Terminate The National Emergency Declared By Trump That Allowed For The Imposition Of Global Tariffs. In April 2025, Marshall voted for, according to Congressional Quarterly, the “motion to table (kill) the Thune motion to reconsider the vote by which the joint resolution was not passed.” The vote was on the motion to table. The Senate agreed to the motion by a vote of 49 to 49 with Vice President Vance casting the tie-breaking. [Senate Vote 226, 4/30/25; Congressional Quarterly, 4/30/25; Congressional Actions, S.J.Res. 49]
2025: Marshall Voted Against Terminating The National Emergency Declared By Trump That Allowed For The Imposition Of Global Tariffs. In April 2025, Marshall voted against, according to Congressional Quarterly, “the joint resolution that would terminate the national emergency declared by President Donald Trump on April 2, 2025, used to impose global tariffs on U.S. trading partners.” The vote was on passage. The Senate rejected the joint resolution by a vote of 49 to 49. [Senate Vote 225, 4/30/25; Congressional Quarterly, 4/30/25; Congressional Actions, S.J.Res. 49]
Marshall Suggested The “Success” Of Tariffs Could “Not Be Overstated.” According to a press release from Sen. Marshall, “On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) released a statement applauding President Trump for his successful trade negotiations, which are giving American businesses improved access to foreign markets by removing both tariff and non-tariff entry barriers. These trade deals are also securing record investments in American businesses and industries, and will help onshore critical manufacturing and supply chains long term. ‘The success of President Trump’s strategic application of tariffs cannot be overstated. In utilizing reciprocal pressure to create fair trade with other nations, we have given Americans – especially Kansas farmers and ranchers – access to critically important export markets for our world-class products and goods,’ said Senator Marshall.” [Press Release – Sen. Marshall, 8/5/25]
Marshall Suggested People “Take A Deep Breath” Amid A Tumbling Stock Market Following "Liberation Day" Tariffs. According to 12 News, “With all the concern about tariffs and how they’re affecting the stock market, 12 News reached out to all of our Republican representatives in Washington for a response. […] Marshall said he understands Kansans’ concerns about the stock market, with some indexes down more than 10% in just the last two days. But he thinks we shouldn’t be quick to overreact. ‘I understand the stock market tends to overreact; we live in a 24/7 news cycle,’ Marshall said. ‘But I think everyone should take a deep breath and think about the long-term here. We got some other news today: we got a good jobs report, housing has picked up. I think we’re starting to see interest rates come down as well, so there’s some good economic news out there.’” [12 News, 4/5/25]
Marshall Claimed The Tariffs Would Bring “Hundreds Of Thousands” Of Jobs To America. According to 12 News, “Senator Marshall said that as it relates to Kansas, he believes the tariffs will create many opportunities in aerospace and agriculture. He points to the fact that China builds a lot of airplane parts that he believes could soon be built in the U.S. instead. ‘I think the big win is I’m going back to jobs, that foreign countries have already promised to invest, direct investment into America, $3 trillion, and that’s going to lead to hundreds of thousands of good paying American jobs,’ Marshall said. ‘And I think that Kansas is poised to do just that. I think that a lot of these jobs can come back to Kansas.’” [12 News, 4/5/25]
Marshall Admitted Tariffs Would Cause Short-Term Pain But Insisted They Were Worthwhile. According to 12 News, “Marshall claims that President Trump’s first term is proof that good trade agreements can come from these tariffs. The senator did relinquish that there will be some short-term pain, but he said he’s confident that the tariffs will be successful in the future.” [12 News, 4/5/25]
Marshall Decried The Supreme Court Overturning Trump’s Tariffs, Calling It A “Setback.” According to KSN, “The Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration’s global tariffs on Friday in a 6-3 ruling. The justices ruled that President Donald Trump doesn’t have the authority to impose tariffs under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. […] Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.) via emailed statement: ‘I’m disappointed but not surprised by this decision. Even the Court was divided on the issue. President Trump’s tariffs were delivering results—bringing our trading partners to the table, securing ten trade agreements, and driving supply chains and manufacturing back to the United States. These tools were also advancing our national security interests, including pressuring countries like India to stop purchasing Russian oil. While this ruling is a setback, the President still has other authorities he can use to keep leveling the playing field for American workers and strengthening our economic and national security, while continuing to put America First.’” [KSN, 2/20/26]
[AUDIO] Marshall Denied That Tariffs Were Causing Inflation, Instead Tying It To The Iran War, Which He Supported. “These tariffs are giving American manufacturers a chance to get on their feet again. And by the way, that’s not what’s driving inflation. What’s driving inflation is the cost of gasoline. And that goes back to your—we’re in Iran. But the good news is, you all know that as soon as this war is over, the price of gas is going to come tumbling down.” [Mundo in the Morning, 8/5/26]
Kansas Entered A Recession Due To Tariffs And A Weakening Agricultural Economy. According to KSNT, “MarketWatch reports that 22 states are experiencing shrinking or stagnant local economies, and Kansas is one of them. On Saturday, Oct. 4, MarketWatch shared a report by Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s, which claims that 13 states are treading water and another 22 are experiencing persistent economic weakness. […] Zandi says the cause of the economic weakness is economic policy, citing President Donald Trump’s tariffs on goods and federal job cuts. According to Zandi, a common theme with the states he says are in a recession is weak farm economies or weak manufacturing. The states Zandi listed as being in a recession are: […] Kansas.” [KSNT, 10/10/25]
Marshall-Endorsed Tariffs Tanked Kansas Milo (Sorghum) Exports. According to the Kansas Reflector, “Like many in agriculture, Barnes is worried about milo sales and how Kansas farmers will earn profits in diminished markets amid increasing costs to farm. Along with tariffs and trade wars, the Trump administration cut the U.S. Agency for International Development program that distributed food abroad. […] Typically, about 60% of the milo crop is exported, with 90% of the exports going to China, according to a sorghum association spokesman. But almost all of the China market has been lost.” [Kansas Reflector, 9/5/25]
Eleven Kansas Farms Filed For Chapter 12 Bankruptcy In 2025. According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, “The most recent farm income forecast confirmed that the farm economy has faced extreme financial pressure, with little relief in sight. Significant losses are expected across crop sectors for another year, and many livestock sectors are also tightening margins. The Midwest and Southeast each filed 121 and 105 Chapter 12 cases, respectively, far outpacing any other regions. This is a 70% increase in filings for the Midwest, and a 69% increase in the Southeast. […] In the Midwest, principal row crop losses combined with weakening dairy, hog and poultry markets have led to double-digit Chapter 12 filings in […] Kansas (11, +10%).” [American Farm Bureau Federation, 2/9/26]
Kansas Lost 700 Farms Under Trump’s Tariff Regime In 2025. According to KCUR, “Kansas farmers have faced significant challenges due to the Trump administration’s tariffs, which drove up equipment costs and caused crop prices to fall. The Kansas Farmer’s Union says the tariffs contributed to the closure of hundreds of farms and added stress to an already unpredictable industry. […] In addition to receiving lower returns, farmers also faced rising costs for equipment due to tariffs on aluminum and steel from Canada and Mexico. These unexpected expenses forced many farmers to take on more debt or risk losing their farms. Last year, 700 farms in Kansas closed according to a USDA study.” [KCUR, 3/4/26]
Marshall Supported A Taxpayer-Funded Bailout For Tariff-Impacted Farmers To The Tune Of $12 Billion. According to a press release from Sen. Marshall, “On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), released the following statement after President Trump announced $12 billion in one-time bridge payments to American farmers through the new Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program. ‘President Trump is ensuring our great farmers get quick relief as our new trade deals and renewed market-access efforts take hold,’ said Senator Marshall. ‘After years of crippling tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and soaring inflation under the disastrous Biden Administration – which failed to enforce past agreements, drove input prices to record highs, and delivered zero new deals – this bridge support is vital to help farmers gear up for next season across Kansas and the nation.’” [Press Release – Sen. Marshall, 12/8/25]
Tariff Whiplash Impeded Kansas Farmers’ Planning And Operations. According to KSNT, “Kansas farmers are prepping for the upcoming harvest season under a lot of uncertainty following back-and-forth negotiations over tariffs. […] ‘We’ve just been facing a lot of uncertainty with planning this 2025 crop,’ Winsor said. ‘With the tariffs lowering the value of the grain we produce and the other products we produce, we’re also facing higher costs of the seeds and fertilizers that we bring in from other countries.’ […] With talks of tariffs against trade partners around the globe, farmers have more difficulty planning their next steps. ‘It’s hard to change a lot of things that we do on a very short timeframe,’ Winsor said, ‘we’re planning out months and years ahead for crops, so we can’t really change our crop practices on a dime.’ [KSNT, 5/20/25]
Kansas Bore A $1.8 Billion Tariff Burden Between January 2025 And June 2026, Costing The Average Household $1,515. According to Axios, “ Trump tariff costs on each state's imports since January 2025, shown as an equivalent cost per household. […] KANSAS. Estimate[d] tariffs paid: $1.8b. Per-household equivalent: $1515. Most-impacted: Ag & construction equipment. […] Includes tariffs mandated by executive order only. Totals through June 2026.” [Axios, 8/27/26]
Kansas City Small Businesses Were Forced To Raise Prices Due To Marshall-Endorsed Tariffs. According to KCUR, “The uncertainty of President Donald Trump's tariffs are straining business owners and the agriculture industry. […] For small businesses like Rochester Brewing and Roasting Company in Kansas City, general manager David Bulcock said the situation is ‘unsettling.’ Due to the tariff on aluminum, Bulcock said it's likely he'll have to increase the price on some goods sold at their brewery and coffee shop. Sheryl White, owner of the floral shop Fiddly Fig, said higher tariffs caused flowers prices to increase immediately. Some of the gift items more than doubled in price and some of her suppliers notified her they're closing their business. ‘I want our customers to realize that we're not just doing this to make more money. We're doing it to survive,’ White said.” [KCUR, 6/13/25]
Kansas City Was Predicted To Be One Of The Areas Hardest Hit By The US Trade War With Canada. According to Fox 4, “A trade war between the United States and Canada appears to be bubbling over. Canada warns that Kansas City could be among the areas hardest hit by tariffs announced this week. Canada’s Chamber of Commerce said Kansas City would be among the top 3 cities in America hurt by a U.S.-Canada trade war. ‘Kansas City specifically the Metro area exports about $4 billion. That represents 37 percent of the overall exports from Kansas City,’ said Andrew DiCapua, principal economist for the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. That report came out last year when trade tensions first started to escalate, highlighting Kansas City’s automotive, agriculture and plastics market. DiCapua said the prior research and data still hold true.” [Fox 4, 8/26/26]