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Cruz and GOP Demand Oversight on Trump's Tariffs

4/7/2025

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Sen. Ted Cruz has taken a stand against President Trump's tariffs, calling them a burden on consumers and a threat to the economy. He urged for their cautious use in negotiations. Fellow Republicans, like Sen. Rand Paul, joined the chorus, pushing for congressional oversight, while Trump remains firm, vowing to veto any restrictions on his tariff powers.

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Sen. Ted Cruz has taken a stand against President Trump's tariffs, calling them a burden on consumers and a threat to the economy. He urged for their cautious use in negotiations. Fellow Republicans, like Sen. Rand Paul, joined the chorus, pushing for congressional oversight, while Trump remains firm, vowing to veto any restrictions on his tariff powers.