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Tim Kaine: “The power to impose tariffs is one the Constitution gives to Congress—not the president.”

On the recordApril 4, 2025
The power to impose tariffs is one the Constitution gives to Congress—not the president.
Said by
Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia
Source
slate.com

Editor's note · Context

Kaine emphasizes Congress's constitutional authority over tariffs in response to Trump's actions.

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