'We can't float that': Local business owners discuss tariff impacts

AUSTIN (KXAN) --- The cost of aluminum and steel coming into the United States just got more expensive. Overnight, President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on those materials went into effect.

Businesses in Austin said they are feeling the added cost from tariffs on different products and countries.

One of those businesses is Toy Joy. The store has a colorful array of games and toys on its shelves.

• Toy Joy opened in Austin back in 1987. (Photo: KXAN)
• Toy Joy opened in Austin back in 1987.