Rick Harrison, co-founder of the series "Pawn Stars," criticized the Biden administration during the White House Small Business Summit in Washington, D.C. [1, 2]

The appearance highlights the ongoing tension between small business owners and federal regulatory or tax policies. Harrison used the platform to contrast the current administration's approach with that of its predecessor.

During his address to the press, Harrison emphasized the economic importance of independent enterprises. "The backbone of this country is small business, plain and simple," Harrison said [1].

Harrison directed his criticism toward the current administration's rhetoric regarding business owners. He said the previous administration's critics often portrayed business owners as "the evil people" who do not pay their fair share.

In contrast, Harrison praised former President Trump, calling him the best president [2]. He noted that Trump's impact on the business community was significant. "I just want to say he's amazing. He's done so much," Harrison said [2].

The event served as a forum for Harrison to highlight the differing policies of the current and previous administrations regarding small-business legislation [1, 2]. He argued that the environment under the previous administration was more supportive of the entrepreneurial class.

“"The backbone of this country is small business, plain and simple."”

The public criticism from a high-profile business owner at a White House event underscores a polarized divide in how small business owners perceive federal tax and regulatory policies. By praising the previous administration while criticizing the current one, Harrison reflects a broader sentiment among certain business sectors that favor deregulation and tax incentives over the current administration's fiscal approach.