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US House Rare Votes Against Trump’s Canada Tariff Policy
On February 11, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a rare resolution opposing President Trump’s 2025 tariffs on Canada, which had been imposed under a “national emergency” declaration. The vote passed 219–211, with six Republicans joining almost all Democrats.
Trump had warned on social media that any Republican supporting the removal of tariffs would face consequences in elections, arguing that the tariffs benefit the U.S. economy and national security and that Canada was unfairly exploiting trade relations. Critics argued that the tariffs hurt American consumers, create business uncertainty, and raise the cost of living.
Although the House passed the symbolic resolution, removing the tariffs still requires Senate approval and the president’s signature. Trump is likely to veto the measure, leaving the real possibility of cancellation uncertain. Republican concerns have also emerged internally, questioning Trump’s approach and stressing that Congress should regain authority over trade decisions rather than overly relying on presidential emergency powers.