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House Democrats Aim to Block Trump's Tariffs on Canada

2/10/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces a House Democratic bid to block tariffs on Canada, led by Rep. Gregory Meeks.
The measure is expected to pass with two Republican members flipping.
A Supreme Court ruling on the tariffs' legality may complicate GOP decisions.
Relations with Canada have deteriorated due to Trump's national emergency declaration and remarks by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
The vote's outcome could challenge Trump's tariff strategy.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump faces a House Democratic bid to block tariffs on Canada, led by Rep. Gregory Meeks.
The measure is expected to pass with two Republican members flipping.
A Supreme Court ruling on the tariffs' legality may complicate GOP decisions.
Relations with Canada have deteriorated due to Trump's national emergency declaration and remarks by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
The vote's outcome could challenge Trump's tariff strategy.