Democrats target Trump tariffs after midterm win, eye Canada rollback
Why it matters: Party leaders want Congress to reclaim tariff power as courts already weigh challenges to duties that raised consumer costs.
Democrats are preparing a legislative and investigative push against President Donald Trump’s tariff regime after their midterm victory, with a particular focus on rolling back duties tied to the trade fight with Canada. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, who could become House speaker, has signaled support for moving bills that restore congressional control over tariffs. Democrats are also laying groundwork for probes into tariff exemptions after Rep. Jamie Raskin sought records tied to what he called possible “sweetheart deals.” The effort lands as the administration faces multiple lawsuits, including an Oct. 20 case challenging 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods and another dispute over tariff collections the Supreme Court had already struck down.