Senate Votes to Nullify Trump's Tariffs on Canada

The U.S. Senate is preparing to vote on a resolution led by Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine aimed at nullifying President Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, justified by a national emergency declaration related to fentanyl trafficking. Critics, including some Republican senators, warn that these tariffs could raise consumer prices and disrupt key U.S. industries, with many believing that the flow of fentanyl from Canada is minimal compared to that from the southern border. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is expected to oppose the resolution, arguing it undermines efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis. Labor unions from both the U.S. and Canada are advocating for the resolution, emphasizing the potential economic harm to workers and businesses due to increased costs from the tariffs. While Trump's tariffs have received support from many Republicans, there is growing unease regarding their economic implications. The outcome of this vote could signal a pivotal moment in the GOP's trade policy alignment amid Trump's aggressive economic agenda.