Critics contended that the tariffs jeopardized trade relations between the U.S. and Canada, potentially leading to economic turmoil, whereas proponents regarded them as a safeguard for American industries. The resolution, enacted under the Congressional Review Act, underscored significant rifts within the GOP and prompted constitutional inquiries regarding the extent of executive authority.
While it is improbable that the Republican-dominated House will approve it or that it will withstand a veto from Trump, the Senate’s vote served as a symbolic demonstration of congressional authority. Canada has declared retaliatory tariffs, intensifying the existing tensions.
The episode illustrates an increasing discomfort—even among members of Trump’s party—regarding unilateral trade actions that may harm vital domestic sectors and international relations.
