Politico: Johnson Supports Tariff Vote Ban Amid Ongoing Debate

February 11, 2026 • Google News World

House Republicans Seek to Delay Vote on Trump’s Tariffs

US House Speaker Mike Johnson has announced that the House will not proceed with a vote on tariffs proposed by former President Donald Trump. The decision comes after Republican lawmakers expressed concerns about the tariffs, which they believe would harm American businesses and consumers.

According to sources, Johnson has agreed to delay the vote in order to address the concerns of his party members. This move is seen as a sign of the growing divide within the Republican Party over Trump’s policies.

The proposed tariffs were part of Trump’s agenda aimed at protecting American industries from foreign competition. However, some Republicans have expressed reservations about the impact of these measures on the economy and trade relationships with other countries.

Johnson has stated that he will work with his party members to find alternative solutions to address their concerns. The delay in the vote is seen as a temporary measure, and it remains to be seen whether the House will ultimately proceed with the tariffs proposal.

The development comes as Trump faces increasing opposition from within his own party. Some Republicans have broken ranks with him on key issues, including the tariffs proposal.

Source: Google News World