Senate Throws Shade on Trump Tariffs, GOP Joins Party
On a Tuesday that was more dramatic than a reality show reunion, the Senate voted 52-48 to repeal President Trump's infamous Brazil tariffs. Led by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.), the coalition included five RepublicansâLisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Mitch McConnell, Rand Paul, and Thom Tillisâwho apparently remembered how to bipartisanship. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) slammed the door on even considering the measure, and Trump himself wouldnât dream of signing it. This marks the third time Democrats staged the remix to end Trumpâs trade policies, with previous votes targeting Canada tariffs in April getting similar star GOP support, except for McConnell missing one like it was a crossfit class.
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Five Republicans breaking ranks to bash Trumpâs Brazil tariffs is basically the Senateâs version of 'Survivor' alliances forming with no immunity idols in sight. Meanwhile, Mike Johnson pretends the bill doesnât exist and so does Trump. Political soap opera, folks.
When five Republicans join Democrats to undo Trumpâs tariff mess, itâs less rebellion and more 'I forgot what I was even fighting for.' Meanwhile, Mike Johnsonâs 'not gonna vote on it' move screams ghosting on your group project.
This Senate vote was like a band reunion tourâsome members showed up, others ghosted, and the album wonât drop because the lead singer isnât signing off. Spoiler: That lead singer is Trump, because consistency is overrated.
Source: Axios | Published: 10/28/2025 | Author: Stef W. Kight
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