U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren, Ron Wyden, Rand Paul, and Chuck Schumer, alongside colleagues Tim Kaine, Jeanne Shaheen, and Peter Welch, have introduced a resolution to repeal former President Donald Trump’s global tariffs. This resolution aims to restore congressional authority over trade policies. The senators argue that the tariffs, reaching up to 49% on certain imports, have negatively impacted U.S. markets, led to job losses in manufacturing, and provoked retaliatory tariffs on American goods by other nations.
Warren criticized the tariffs, stating, “Donald Trump’s reckless agenda will hurt American families, small businesses, and manufacturers.” Wyden expressed concern over the economic impact, claiming, “Trump is driving our economy into a recession, killing jobs and wiping out seniors’ retirement funds.”
Paul emphasized the constitutional aspect, saying, “Tariffs are taxes, and the power to tax belongs to Congress—not the president.” Schumer argued against the trade war, describing it as “nothing but a tax on American families.” Kaine voiced a need to restore congressional oversight in trade policy, hoping for bipartisan support.
Welch described Trump’s actions as “chaotic,” warning that they have already caused significant economic disruption. Shaheen condemned the tariffs as a substantial fiscal burden on U.S. households, adding that they damage international relations.
This resolution is expected to be considered as a privileged resolution, allowing for a Senate floor vote. The bipartisan effort seeks to counteract what the senators view as the misuse of emergency powers to impose these tariffs and to alleviate the economic strain they impose.