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Senator Jim Banks comments on bipartisan events, party politics, and Trump-era tariffs

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Jim Banks, U.S. Senator | https://www.banks.senate.gov/

Jim Banks, U.S. Senator | https://www.banks.senate.gov/

Senator Jim Banks, representing Indiana, shared a series of posts on his social media account between July 25 and July 27, 2025. The tweets addressed topics ranging from bipartisan engagement with interns to commentary on party politics and U.S. trade policy.

On July 25, Banks highlighted a meeting with young professionals: "Great time hosting interns from across the Indiana delegation at my office for a bipartisan breakfast yesterday. Grateful for their service to Hoosiers! https://t.co/8TUrNrKjIc"

The following day, he commented on political strategy within parties: "When your party takes the 20% side of every 80-20 issue, like cheering for boys in girls sports, you’re not going to be very popular… https://t.co/Wq0MGfh3Fr" (July 26).

On July 27, Banks expressed support for former President Donald Trump’s trade policies: "President Trump’s tariffs are working. China is suffering and America is winning.

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Jim Banks has served as a U.S. Senator from Indiana and is known for his positions on economic policy and social issues. The reference to "boys in girls sports" aligns with ongoing national debates regarding transgender athletes' participation in school sports—a topic that has prompted legislative action in several states. The mention of tariffs refers to the economic measures implemented during Donald Trump's presidency aimed at reducing trade deficits with China and supporting American manufacturing.

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