US lawmakers seek to block Trump’s threatened tariffs on European allies

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Joseph Gedeon in WashingtonJanuary 20, 2026 at 04:53 PM

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US lawmakers from both parties are seeking to block tariffs threatened by Donald Trump against several European nations, including NATO allies, over the potential purchase of Greenland. Trump suggested tariffs starting at 10% in February and escalating to 25% by June if a deal for Greenland isn't reached. Democrats in both the House and Senate plan to introduce resolutions to terminate the tariffs, citing the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. A bipartisan congressional delegation recently visited Denmark and Greenland to reassure officials of US support amid the tensions. Overriding a potential presidential veto would require a two-thirds majority in both chambers, necessitating significant Republican support, which is currently limited.

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Chuck Schumer 30% Chris Coons 40% Gregory Meeks 40% France 50% Peter Welch 50% Lisa Murkowski 50% UK 50% Germany 50% Greenland ×260% Thom Tillis 60% Denmark ×370% Donald Trump ×780%

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tariffs 100% european allies 80% us lawmakers 70% donald trump 70% nato allies 60% greenland 60% international emergency economic powers act 50% legislative action 50% resolution of disapproval 40%