Senators Propose Legislation to Reclaim Congressional Authority on Tariffs Amid Trump’s Controversial Trade Policies
The Trade Review Act of 2025 aims to limit presidential power over tariffs, requiring Congressional approval within 60 days.
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Overview
In response to President Trump’s sweeping tariffs that have unsettled global markets, Senators Maria Cantwell and Chuck Grassley introduced the bipartisan Trade Review Act of 2025. This legislation mandates the president to notify Congress of new tariffs within 48 hours, providing justification and an impact analysis. Congress would then have 60 days to approve. Grassley emphasized the need for Congress to reclaim its constitutional role in trade policy. Meanwhile, House Democrats, seeking to force a vote on Trump's tariffs, are crafting resolutions that may attract bipartisan support. The political landscape is shifting as concerns over market impacts grow.
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Analysis
- The Trade Review Act of 2025 requires the President to notify Congress within 48 hours of new tariffs and necessitates approval for them to remain in effect, a measure that seeks to rebalance trade powers between the branches of government.
- Senators Grassley and Cantwell assert the need for Congressional oversight in trade matters, reflecting the bipartisan concern that arbitrary tariffs can harm American consumers and businesses, much like military overreach warned by the War Powers Resolution.
- The legislation represents a significant push from Congress to reassert its authority over trade policy, as bipartisan efforts indicate a growing unease with President Trump's unpredictability in tariff decisions.
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