Bipartisan Effort

US Election 2024

Senate Fails to Overturn Trump’s Tariffs; GOP Blocks Effort

A bipartisan Senate effort to overturn President Trump’s new global tariffs failed in a 49-49 tie vote, with three Republicans joining Democrats in support. Despite a subsequent attempt to force another vote, this was defeated with the Vice President’s tie-breaking vote. Even if passed, the resolution lacked House support and faced a likely presidential veto. While Trump temporarily paused some tariffs, he simultaneously increased tariffs on China and administration officials offered vague assurances of ongoing trade negotiations.

Politics

Lawmakers to Visit El Salvador, Demand Political Prisoner’s Release

Following the Justice Department’s acknowledgment of the erroneous deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to El Salvador, Senator Chris Van Hollen is leading a bipartisan effort to secure his release. This initiative, which includes potential travel to El Salvador by several Democratic lawmakers, follows President Bukele’s refusal to return Abrego Garcia to the U.S. Despite the Supreme Court’s directive to facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return, the White House has remained inactive, prompting this direct action from Congress. The lawmakers aim to meet with President Bukele to address the situation and emphasize the illegality of Abrego Garcia’s detainment.

John Q. Hosedrinker Apr 15, 2025

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