Republican Says Congress Gave Trump Too Much Power
As China faces tariffs and Washington wakes up to decades of bad trade deals, one senior senator says it’s time to restore constitutional authority — without derailing Trump’s mission to protect American jobs.
Washington, D.C. – As President Donald Trump continues to take bold action to put America First in global trade, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) is sounding the alarm on a hidden danger: Congress has quietly surrendered too much power to the executive branch.
“The Constitution clearly gives Congress—not the president—the authority to regulate foreign trade,” Grassley warned during a high-stakes Senate hearing this week. “We gave up too much in the past. It’s time to take some of it back.”
But make no mistake—Grassley isn’t turning on Trump. In fact, he’s doubling down on Trump’s mission to bring manufacturing home, protect American farmers, and finally get tough on countries like China.
✅ Grassley: “I Stand With President Trump” on Tariffs and Trade Battles
Grassley made it crystal clear: he supports President Trump’s crackdown on unfair trade deals that have hurt middle America for decades.
“I support President Trump’s agenda to lower tariffs abroad and dismantle the non-tariff barriers that are crushing American exports,” Grassley said. “I want a better deal for our farmers and manufacturers. And that’s exactly what this President is fighting for.”
🔥 Trump’s Tariffs Are Working — And China Is Feeling the Heat
As the U.S. imposes 10% tariffs on foreign imports, retaliatory measures from other countries are already surfacing. But Trump officials are playing the long game.
Grassley acknowledged these moves as necessary pressure to force bad actors to the table:
“We’re using these tariffs as leverage,” Grassley said. “But I’ve always said—let’s wait and see. The goal is fair trade, not endless taxation.”
🏛️ Restoring Congressional Oversight — Without Undermining the President
Grassley is co-sponsoring a bipartisan bill with Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) that would require congressional approval before new tariffs are imposed—a move to restore the balance of power.
“We need oversight, not obstruction,” Grassley emphasized. “I support Trump’s mission. But Congress must do its job under the Constitution.”
💬 U.S. Trade Rep: “President Trump Wants Real Deals, Not Just Dollars”
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer testified that Trump is prepared to negotiate — but only with nations willing to eliminate their tariffs and unfair barriers.
“This administration wants real reciprocity,” Greer said. “We’re not just collecting tariffs to fund the Treasury. We’re reshaping global trade to benefit American jobs and American manufacturing.”
He added:
✔️ America must reshore key industries
✔️ End the agricultural trade deficit
✔️ Demand fair treatment from every country that trades with the U.S.
⚠️ Final Warning from Grassley: “We’re Not the World’s Piggy Bank Anymore”
Grassley wrapped his remarks with a message every American can get behind:
“This administration has sent a message loud and clear: We won’t be taken advantage of anymore. Trade must be fair. And if it’s not, we’ll walk away.”
⭐ Bottom Line:
President Trump is fighting for Made in America, fair trade, and economic freedom. And while some in Congress want to tighten the reins, patriots like Chuck Grassley are helping keep the ship on course—restoring balance, without letting globalists and career politicians derail America First.
