The Republican-controlled House of Representatives blocks Congress from challenging Trump's tariff policy

The Republican-controlled House of Representatives in the United States voted on Tuesday to prevent Congress from quickly challenging tariffs imposed by President Trump that have shaken financial markets. The vote on Tuesday effectively thwarted efforts led by Democratic Representative Suzan DelBene of Washington State to challenge Trump's tariffs on Canada and Mexico. This provision was inserted into a procedural vote for the Republicans' six-month temporary appropriations bill. DelBene had sought a forced vote under the National Emergencies Act, which gives the president special powers in emergencies, and which Trump cited in his tariff actions. The law also allows the House to force a vote within 15 days to revoke the president's emergency powers. The Senate must also pass a resolution for it to take effect. However, Tuesday's voting adjusted how the House calculates remaining calendar days until 2025, effectively blocking such votes this year.