Seven Republican senators, including Chuck Grassley and Mitch McConnell, have sponsored a bipartisan bill to require Congressional approval for President Trump’s tariffs. The Trade Review Act of 2025 would mandate presidential notification within 48 hours of new or increased tariffs, an impact assessment, and a 60-day sunset clause unless Congress approves. Trump has threatened to veto the bill, which lacks the support to override. The discussion also touched on the historical context of Congressional authority over tariffs and the importance of due process, particularly for illegal immigrants, emphasizing the need for checks and balances to prevent government abuse.
Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration Monday over its latest tariffs, calling them a pretext for replacing import taxes the Supreme Court struck down in February.