Trump Vows Veto Of Senate Bill To Limit Tariff Powers

Axios reports:

President Trump would veto a bill introduced by Sens. Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) that would limit the president’s authority to unilaterally impose tariffs, according to a White House statement seen by Axios.

“If passed, this bill would dangerously hamper the President’s authority and duty to determine our foreign policy and protect our national security,” according to a statement of administration policy that was sent to congressional offices today.

Seven GOP senators have signed onto the bipartisan legislation, which is emerging as a proxy for Republicans to express their concern over Trump’s tariffs.

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Rare for POTUS to issue a formal veto threat against a bill that isn’t even scheduled for a vote.

Potential sign that the WH is rattled by GOP tariff backlash — and wants to stanch the bleeding, fast.

Bill currently has 7 GOP co-sponsors. This could make others think twice. pic.twitter.com/5gblje08oi

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