President Donald Trump’s imposition of up to 50% tariffs on Indian imports is now facing a direct challenge from within the U.S. Congress. A resolution has been introduced by three House Representatives aiming to nullify the national emergency declaration that authorized these steep duties. The representatives label the tariffs as “illegal” and assert they are harming American workers, consumers, and the strategic partnership with India.
This initiative is in sync with recent bipartisan Senate actions aimed at rescinding similar tariffs on Brazil and reining in the President’s authority to use emergency powers for trade policy. The proposed resolution focuses on eliminating the additional 25% “secondary” duties that were applied to India on August 27, 2025. These, in conjunction with pre-existing reciprocal tariffs, escalated the cost of importing many Indian products to 50%, implemented under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
The representatives involved have stressed the economic significance of India to their constituents. One noted the substantial trade, investment, and the active role of the Indian American community in bolstering their regional economy. Another emphasized India’s value as a cultural, economic, and strategic ally, stating that the “illegal tariffs” unfairly tax American consumers already facing economic pressures.