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Democrats could curb Trump's war powers but not tariffs, ex-ambassador predicts

A former U.S. ambassador predicts that a Democratic-controlled Congress could limit President Donald Trump's ability to engage in military actions, such as the war in Iran, due to its unpopularity. However, unwinding Trump's established tariffs is expected to be more challenging for Congress. The article also touches on the economic resilience of Vietnam and Southeast Asia despite these trade policies, with trade flows rerouting rather than shrinking. AI

RANK_REASON The article features predictions and analysis from a former ambassador regarding potential political and economic outcomes, rather than reporting on a new event.

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Democrats could curb Trump's war powers but not tariffs, ex-ambassador predicts

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jay Ganglani ·

    A Democratic Congress could curb the Iran war but not Trump’s tariffs, former ambassador says

    The former U.S. ambassador to Vietnam, speaking in Ho Chi Minh City on election day, says tariff power "rests with the executive."