Bipartisan Movement in Congress Aims to Rein in Presidential Tariff Powers Amid Ongoing Trade Tensions
In a significant wave of bipartisan concern, lawmakers are mobilizing to limit the tariff powers of the president, specifically targeting the authority wielded by Trump. House Republicans are taking steps to introduce legislation that would allow Congress to block tariffs, while several Senate Republicans echo this sentiment, calling for greater congressional oversight. Key figures such as Indiana Sen. Todd Young and Chuck Grassley have been vocal proponents of restoring Congress’s role in trade policy. A bipartisan bill has been unveiled, aiming to ensure that any new tariffs require congressional approval, amidst a backdrop of heightened tensions with trade partners like Canada, which has already announced countermeasures in response to U.S. tariffs. As discussions continue, there is a growing consensus among both Republicans and Democrats on the necessity for Congress to reclaim control over tariff decisions in order to mitigate economic disruption.
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