Tariff-ied
3 minute readPublished: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 2:34 pm
House to Vote on Tariff Ban Renewal Amidst Political Pressure
House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to bring a vote to renew the ban on members requesting floor votes on President Trump's tariffs. This move, reported by Politico, would prevent resolutions challenging Trump's tariff policies through August. The vote is expected to be close, with some Republicans signaling opposition. The White House is reportedly pressuring members to support the ban.
This comes as the Trump administration continues to assert its authority to set global tariff rates, a power derived from the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The Supreme Court heard arguments last November regarding the administration's ability to levy taxes unilaterally. Trump has recently threatened tariffs on European countries.
In other news, an immigration court dismissed a case against Tufts University graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk. The Department of Homeland Security was unable to prove the Turkish national needed to be removed from the country. Ozturk's visa was revoked due to an anti-Israel op-ed she co-authored. The Trump administration had previously attempted to deport her and other foreign students for similar activism.
A "Walk for Peace" by Buddhist monks from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C., is concluding today at the National Cathedral.
BNN's Perspective: The ongoing debate over tariffs highlights the complex interplay between executive power and congressional oversight. While the administration's actions on tariffs raise concerns about potential economic disruptions, the House's decision to avoid challenging these measures reflects a desire for stability. The Ozturk case underscores the importance of protecting free speech, even when it involves controversial viewpoints.
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