Trump tariffs open rift among top Republicans in Washington

Tariffs make some right-wing influencers turn on Trump

Republicans ruled the social media landscape in the 2024 election cycle. Now, some influencers who helped President Trump capture the so-called "bro vote" are expressing their concerns over this recent round of tariffs. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" with analysis.

Trump’s tariffs squeeze Republicans as they struggle to pass his agenda

Analysis: Trump’s tariffs are making it harder for Republicans to cut taxes and spending, Eric Garcia writes

Trump's tariff package could cost his Republicans dearly in the next elections, party colleague Ted Cruz believes. In an economic downturn, it would be possible for the majorities in the Senate and House of Representatives to be fluted. The senator sees two possible scenarios.

Congress Has The Power To Halt Trump’s Tariffs, But Republicans Aren’t Ready To Use It

As stock markets tumble in the aftermath of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, Republicans in Congress were watching with unease and talking of clawing back their power to levy tariffs — but almost none seemed ready to turn their words into action. The Republican president is upending longstanding GOP principles like support for free trade, yet despite clear misgivings and a Constitutional mandate to decide tariffs, most lawmakers were n…

Ted Cruz Warns Tariffs Risk Sparking GOP Wipeout in 2026 Elections

Senator Ted Cruz, usually a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump, sounded the alarm on the administration’s move to ramp up tariffs, saying they pose “enormous risks” to the US economy and make Republicans vulnerable to a “bloodbath” in next year’s midterm elections.

To the voices against Trump's tariffs in the U.S., some of his own Republican party have begun to join.