Grand Rapids Reporter

Congresswoman Hillary Scholten, who represents Michigan’s 3rd district in the U.S. Congress, posted a series of statements on August 1, 2025, addressing issues affecting her constituents, including tariffs, trade with Canada, and fair housing.

In a post made at 12:46 a.m. UTC, Scholten criticized former President Donald Trump’s tariff policies: "Trump's tariffs are making the back-to-school season more expensive for our families. While prices for basic supplies skyrocket, I'm laser-focused on lowering costs for West Michiganders so folks don't have to struggle to get by."

Later that day at 4:56 p.m. UTC, she highlighted the importance of Canada as an economic partner for Michigan: "Canada remains our nation’s largest export partner and is crucial to the business we do in my home state of Michigan. Our neighbors to the North deserve clarity and continuity, not chaos."

At 10:31 p.m. UTC, Scholten turned her attention to housing policy and federal funding: "The Fair Housing Initiative Program (FHIP) funds fair housing enforcement and educational programs to ensure that folks are not subject to housing discrimination. It’s crucial for equitable, accessible housing.

I wrote a letter calling for FHIP to be fully funded, and I am"

Scholten has represented Michigan’s 3rd District since replacing Peter Meijer in 2023. She was born in Grand Rapids in 1982 and continues to reside there. Her educational background includes a BA from Gordon College and a JD from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.

The issues raised by Scholten reflect ongoing debates about trade policy impacts on consumer prices—particularly regarding tariffs imposed during the Trump administration—and emphasize Michigan's reliance on cross-border commerce with Canada. Additionally, her advocacy for full funding of the Fair Housing Initiative Program underscores continuing efforts within Congress to address housing discrimination through federal support mechanisms.