President Donald Trump has reportedly now signaled his intention to veto a Senate bill aimed at increasing congressional control over tariff authority.
This announcement follows the unveiling of his “Liberation Day” tariffs, a move that has led to significant bipartisan concern in Congress.
The statement from the Office of Management and Budget asserts that the “Trade Review Act of 2025” would undermine the president’s ability to establish foreign policy and safeguard national security.
The bill, known as S. 1272, mandates that the president inform Congress within 48 hours of imposing or raising tariffs and requires a joint resolution approval to keep tariffs in effect after 60 days.
Introduced by Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Maria Cantwell (D-WA), the proposal seeks to provide a check on the executive branch’s expansion of tariff powers, which has drawn criticism from both sides of the aisle.
After Trump announced his new tariffs, several Republican senators, including Mitch McConnell and Lisa Murkowski, co-sponsored the legislation, highlighting concerns over the financial impact on American manufacturers and consumers. McConnell remarked that increased tariffs could lead to higher prices for domestically produced goods.
For the bill to reach Trump’s desk, it must first pass through both the House and Senate, which currently have narrow Republican majorities.
If Trump chooses to veto the measure, Congress would need a two-thirds majority in both chambers to override it. Supporters of the bill, including Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE), believe its chances increase should the economic situation deteriorate, with rising inflation or unemployment impacting public sentiment.
The ongoing debate reflects the tension between tariff policies and economic implications for American families and businesses.
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