Breaking: U.S. House Overturns Trump's Tariffs on Canada in Major Bipartisan Rebuke
In a stunning development on February 11, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 219-211 to overturn President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada. Six Republicans—Reps. Don Bacon (NE), Thomas Massie (KY), Kevin Kiley (CA), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA), Jeff Hurd (CO), and Dan Newhouse (WA)—joined nearly all Democrats to pass the resolution, terminating the national emergency declaration Trump used to impose the duties.
This rare cross-aisle move marks a significant pushback against Trump's aggressive trade agenda, which targeted Canadian goods amid disputes over issues like illegal drugs and border security. The tariffs, including rates up to 25% or higher on various imports, had strained U.S.-Canada relations and raised costs for consumers and businesses on both sides of the border.
The resolution, introduced by Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY), is largely symbolic for now. It heads to the Senate, where similar measures passed in late 2025 with bipartisan support, but President Trump is expected to veto it if it reaches his desk. House Speaker Mike Johnson fought to block the vote, but internal GOP defections doomed those efforts.
The vote highlights growing Republican discomfort with broad tariffs, especially on a key ally like Canada. Critics argue the levies act as a tax on Americans, driving up prices without clear wins. Supporters, including Trump, claim they protect U.S. interests and force better deals.
As markets react positively to reduced trade tensions, this could signal more challenges ahead for Trump's tariff strategy. Stay tuned—bipartisan friction over trade policy is heating up fast. #TrumpCanadaTariffsOverturned $BTC
