Democrats tried to hamstring President Trump’s “America First” trade agenda Thursday, but their effort crashed and burned in the Senate. A resolution aimed at stripping Trump’s power to slap reciprocal tariffs on foreign goods failed spectacularly in a 49-49 deadlock.
BREAKING: The Democrat-led Senate resolution to block President Trump's ability to impose global tariffs has FAILED to pass. pic.twitter.com/tStUYjHyl6
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Despite some beltway hand-wringing over the economic effects, Senate Republicans ultimately stood firm behind the President, refusing to give Democrats the votes needed to undermine his strategy for fair trade. Even noted tariff skeptic Sen. Rand Paul admitted the vote was mostly for show.
Turns out, the whole thing was dead on arrival anyway. The House wasn’t planning to vote on it, and President Trump made it clear his veto pen was ready if it ever reached his desk. Talk about a waste of time.
The tariffs are a key part of Trump’s push to level the playing field for American workers and businesses, challenging countries that have taken advantage of the U.S. for decades. While some worry about costs, supporters know it’s about fighting back against unfair practices abroad.
Thursday’s vote was another win for Trump’s populist trade policies and a clear message that Republicans, despite some internal debate, aren’t backing down from the fight for American interests. The Democrats’ attempt to roll back his authority went nowhere fast.
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