What Congress Is Doing on Tariffs
Will Congress pull back presidential authority on tariffs?
Members of Congress are facing a decision: What will they do about President Donald Trump’s tariff policy? For decades, Congress has granted substantial authority to the president to shape tariff policies. While past administrations have chosen a path that prioritizes free trade, President Trump is poised to reshape the global trade market. In Congress, President Trump has found some supporters on this issue. But a staunch opposition has arisen, too. Prevent Tariff Abuse Act. Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) introduced H.R. 407 on Jan. 15, five days before President Trump took office. The bill would prohibit the president from exercising…
