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US House Moves to Overturn Trump’s Canada Tariffs Amidst Bipartisan Discontent

Washington: The US House of Representatives voted to overturn President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada, with a notable shift as six Republicans joined nearly all Democrats in challenging a key aspect of Trump's trade policy. The House passed the Democratic-backed resolution with a vote of 219-211. According to Anadolu Agency, the resolution's impact remains largely symbolic, as it faces the potential of a presidential veto if it advances in the Senate. The measure did not achieve a veto-proof majority in the House. Historically, the Senate has twice voted to block Trump's imposition of tariffs on Canada, with bipartisan support from four Republicans aligning with Democrats. The recent passage followed a vote on Tuesday, where Republican Representatives Kevin Kiley of California, Thomas Massie of Kentucky, and Don Bacon of Nebraska collaborated with Democrats to overcome a procedural barrier that would have halted legislative action on the tariffs until July. Previously, House Republican leaders had thwart ed attempts to challenge Trump's tariff authority, but the conditions that prevented such challenges lapsed in January. In Wednesday's decisive vote, Republican Representatives Dan Newhouse of Washington, Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, and Jeff Hurd of Colorado, along with Kiley, Massie, and Bacon, broke ranks with the president. This move could have significant political ramifications as the November midterm elections approach. Following the vote, Trump took to his Truth Social platform to express his discontent, warning lawmakers who opposed the tariffs of potential electoral repercussions. Trump emphasized the perceived benefits of tariffs, citing reductions in the trade deficit and unprecedented stock market highs, while framing tariffs as crucial to national security. Trump further criticized Canada, claiming the country has historically exploited the United States in trade matters, particularly along the northern border. He urged Republicans to maintain the tariff policy, asserting that it ensure s a favorable outcome for the US.