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According to a Reuters report, after President Trump imposed new tariffs on imported products, the tariff bill has gained more support within the Republican Party. Senators from states such as Alaska, Kentucky, Kansas, and North Carolina have joined the bill as co-sponsors. The bill requires that unless there is explicit approval from Congress, the new tariffs will be terminated within 60 days. It remains unclear whether the bill will be discussed or passed in the Senate, as there are divisions within the Republican Party regarding Trump's tariff policy. Economists warn that this move could lead to rising prices and an economic recession, but the White House believes it will promote new investment. Another bill was passed on the 1st, which terminates new tariffs on Canada, gaining the support of a majority of Republicans and all Democratic lawmakers. The House currently does not plan to discuss this bill.

According to reports, the day after the U.S. President imposed a comprehensive new tax on imported goods, a Senate bill requiring congressional approval for new tariffs gained more support from Republican lawmakers on the 4th. Senators from Alaska, Kentucky, Kansas, and North Carolina joined a bill introduced by Senators from Iowa and Washington as co-sponsors. The bill stipulates that new tariffs will automatically terminate within 60 days unless explicitly approved by Congress.

However, it is currently unclear whether there is an opportunity for the bill to be discussed on the Senate agenda, let alone be passed. At present, Trump's Republican Party holds a majority in the Senate with a 53 to 47 advantage. Although many Republican lawmakers express support for Trump's tariff policy, economists warn that it may drive up prices and trigger an economic recession. The White House claims that this will promote investment in American manufacturing.

One senator mentioned in a statement that the Constitution grants Congress the authority to make decisions regarding international trade, including the establishment of tariffs. This reflects some Senate Republicans' unease with Trump's new tariff policy. Additionally, a bill passed on the 1st will lead to the termination of new tariffs on Canada, which received support from four Republican lawmakers and all Democratic lawmakers.

As of now, there are no signs indicating that the House of Representatives will include this bill on its agenda, and the House is also controlled by the Republicans.