Three US lawmakers on Friday introduced a resolution to end high tariffs imposed on imports from India. The move directly challenges President Donald Trump’s trade policy.
The tariffs go as high as 50 per cent. Lawmakers say the measures are unlawful and damage the US economy. The step shows rising resistance in Congress against the President’s use of trade powers.
Resolution Targets Emergency Tariffs
Representatives Deborah Ross, Marc Veasey, and Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced the resolution. It follows a bipartisan Senate effort to remove similar tariffs on Brazil and curb the President’s emergency authority on trade.
According to an official release, the resolution aims to scrap the extra 25 per cent “secondary” duties imposed on India on August 27, 2025. These were added to earlier reciprocal tariffs. Together, they raised duties on many Indian goods to 50 per cent under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or IEEPA.
Ross Highlights State-Level Impact
Congresswoman Deborah Ross stressed India’s importance to her state. She said, “North Carolina’s economy is deeply connected to India through trade, investment, and a vibrant Indian American community.”
She pointed out that Indian companies have invested more than one billion dollars in North Carolina. These investments created thousands of jobs in life sciences and technology. At the same time, state manufacturers export hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of goods to India each year.
Veasey Calls Tariffs a Burden on Families
Congressman Marc Veasey criticised the duties for raising costs. He said, “India is an important cultural, economic, and strategic partner, and these illegal tariffs are a tax on everyday North Texans who are already struggling with rising costs.”
Krishnamoorthi Warns of Wider Damage
Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi described the tariffs as “counterproductive.” He said they disrupt supply chains, hurt American workers, and push prices higher for consumers.
He added, “Instead of advancing American interests or security, these duties disrupt supply chains, harm American workers, and drive up costs for consumers. Ending these damaging tariffs will allow the United States to engage with India to advance our shared economic and security needs.”
Part of a Broader Push in Congress
The resolution forms part of a wider Democratic effort to push back against Trump’s unilateral trade actions. Lawmakers also want to reset strained ties with India.
Earlier in October, Ross, Veasey, and Krishnamoorthi joined Congressman Ro Khanna and 19 other lawmakers. They urged the President to reverse the tariff policy and improve US–India relations.