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August 6, 2026

Senate Moves to Grant Trump Enhanced Tariff Powers

  • Sen. Rick Scott introduces the Trade Deficit Elimination Act to allow targeted tariffs.
  • The bill would create an annual watch list of countries with trade deficits detrimental to U.S. interests.
  • Trump could modify tariffs without full congressional approval, focusing on national security and economic interests.

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