The US House of Representatives has passed a resolution to repeal tariffs imposed by President Trump on Canada, with six Republican members joining Democrats in support.
On November 11th, the US House of Representatives voted to approve a joint resolution aimed at ending the national emergency declaration that facilitated President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian imports. The resolution passed with 219 votes in favor and 211 against, signaling a noteworthy bipartisan move as six Republican representatives broke ranks with their party leadership to support the measure. This development highlights growing dissent within the Republican ranks against Trump’s tariff policies, which have faced increasing scrutiny.
The tariffs, justified by Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), were put in place after declaring a national emergency related to the perceived 'extraordinary threat' of Canada's failure to curb fentanyl and illegal drug shipments. However, the legality of these tariffs hinges on Trump’s ability to maintain the national emergency, which requires Congressional support to terminate. While this resolution is similar to previous ones passed by the Senate last year, it introduces a new legislative approach, necessitating Senate approval once again to achieve actual enforcement.
For the resolution to have legal standing, it must pass through the Senate and be signed by the President. Should Trump choose to veto the resolution, both chambers of Congress would need to secure a two-thirds majority to override the veto, illustrating the contentious political environment surrounding his trade policies and the potential ramifications for his administration moving forward. This rising opposition from within the Republican Party may reflect broader concerns about the economic implications of continued tariff impositions.
