Washington D.C., April 8, 2025 – Senate Republican Whip John Thune dismissed the prospects of a bipartisan bill aimed at curbing former President Donald Trump’s tariff authority, saying, “I don’t think that has a future.” The legislation seeks to give Congress more oversight on trade decisions, especially those made under national security justifications.
Thune’s comments highlight the continued sway Trump holds within the Republican Party, despite growing concerns among lawmakers and business groups about the economic impact of renewed tariff policies. The bill is expected to face significant challenges in a divided Senate.
