Summary
The U.S. Senate voted to repeal President Trump's tariffs on Brazil, with five Republicans siding with Democrats. However, the House will not vote on this decision, and President Trump is not expected to approve it.
Key Facts
- The Senate vote to repeal the Brazil tariffs was 52 to 48.
- Five Republican senators joined all Democrats in voting for the repeal.
- The five Republicans were Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Mitch McConnell, Rand Paul, and Thom Tillis.
- The House Speaker, Mike Johnson, will not allow a vote on the measure.
- President Trump is not expected to sign the repeal into law.
- This was the third time Democrats tried to end Trump's tariffs.
- Previous efforts included attempts to repeal tariffs on Canada and a 10% general tariff.
