The U.S. collected a record $288 billion in customs duties over the past year, more than triple the level seen just a few years ago. Higher tariffs and increased import values have sharply boosted government revenue from trade taxes.

The U.S. collected a record $288 billion in customs duties over the past year, more than triple the level seen just a few years ago. Higher tariffs and increased import values have sharply boosted government revenue from trade taxes.

In comments to the Daily Signal, Sterling said the investigation ties in with immigration.
His letter adds more context about this program, with the number of those granted such licenses not being insignificant.
These are sadly some of the least transparent segments of municipal government spending.
Such a statement might make sense if the agitators faced charges related to free speech, but they don’t.