House votes to slap back Trump’s tariffs on Canada in rare bipartisan rebuke

Associated Press (AP)EN 5 min read 100% complete by By LISA MASCARO and KEVIN FREKINGFebruary 12, 2026 at 08:53 AM

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In a rare bipartisan move, the House of Representatives voted 219-211 to rebuke President Trump's tariffs on Canada. The resolution, led by Democratic Representative Gregory Meeks, seeks to end the national emergency declared to impose the tariffs. The vote occurred on Wednesday in Washington, D.C., with Republicans joining Democrats despite objections from GOP leadership. The move reflects growing concern among lawmakers about the economic impact of the tariffs on businesses and constituents. President Trump quickly responded, warning Republicans who voted against the tariffs that they would face consequences in future elections. The resolution now moves to the Senate for consideration, but undoing the tariffs would require presidential support, which is unlikely.

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Kevin Hassett ×240% Senate ×250% Mike Johnson ×250% Gregory Meeks 60% United States 60% Republican Party ×370% House of Representatives ×370% Canada 80% Donald Trump ×590%

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