Congress Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Reassert Control Over Tariffs Amid Trump Trade War
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) introduced the "Trade Review Act of 2025," a bipartisan bill aimed at curbing President Donald Trump's unilateral authority to impose tariffs. The legislation comes in response to Trump’s sweeping trade measures announced on "Liberation Day," which included a universal 10% tariff on all imports and reciprocal tariffs targeting 60 countries. These actions have sparked fears of economic instability, strained international relations, and bipartisan concerns about executive overreach in trade policy.
Key Provisions of the Trade Review Act of 2025
The proposed legislation seeks to restore congressional oversight over tariff implementation and ensure greater transparency in trade policy. Its key provisions include:
