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On the recordSeptember 25, 2018
Under the Constitution, it's the Congress that's in charge of trade and tariffs.
Said by
Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden emphasizes Congress's authority over trade and tariffs, challenging the President's claims.

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