I EAPA was never intended to allow a president to unilaterally declare a state of national economic emergency and impose tariffs on our allies or even our adversaries. Trump is abusing these authorities and breaking the law. And it's driving up prices, slowing investment, and costing us jobs. This only harms American families in our economy. Over the past several months, Democrats have tried to rein in Trump's power grab and end these tariffs. (01:16–01:24)
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Asserts that Trump's actions are illegal and negatively impacting prices, investment, and jobs.
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