Summary
The Senate voted to block President Donald Trump's tariffs on Brazil by passing a resolution. The vote showed some Republicans disagreeing with Trump's trade policies. However, the resolution is unlikely to become law because it may not be considered by the House, and Trump would likely veto it.
Key Facts
- The Senate passed a resolution to stop tariffs on Brazil with a 52-48 vote.
- Five Republican senators joined Democrats in voting for the resolution.
- The resolution aims to end the national emergencies that justify the tariffs.
- The House, controlled by Republicans, is not expected to bring the resolution to a vote.
- President Trump would probably veto the resolution if it reached him.
- The tariffs involve goods like oil, coffee, and orange juice from Brazil.
- Some Republicans and Democrats argue the tariffs harm the U.S. economy.
- The U.S. had a $6.8 billion trade surplus with Brazil last year.
- The Supreme Court is set to review the legality of Trump’s tariffs.
