US lawmaker backs Trump's new tariffs, pushes Bipartisan bill to revoke China's trade status

ANI April 4, 2025 130 views

Congressman John Moolenaar is leading a bipartisan effort to challenge China's trade practices through new tariffs and legislative action. The Restoring Trade Fairness Act seeks to eliminate China's permanent normal trade relations status, addressing years of economic exploitation. Moolenaar argues that China has systematically undermined American economic interests through market manipulation and intellectual property theft. The proposed measures aim to prioritize American workers and restore fairness in international trade relationships.

"China has weaponized our open markets against us cheating, manipulating, and exploiting loopholes" - John Moolenaar
Washington, DC April 4: Congressman John Moolenaar, who chairs the House Select Committee on China, released a statement endorsing President Trump's declaration of new tariffs aimed at Chinese imports, based on a report from the Select Committee on the CCP (SCCCP).

Key Points

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Bipartisan bill aims to revoke China's permanent trade relations status

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Tariffs target intellectual property theft and economic manipulation

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Focuses on protecting American workers and national economic interests

The SCCCP report indicates that these tariffs on China align with Chairman Moolenaar's bipartisan bill, the Restoring Trade Fairness Act, which was introduced earlier this year to eliminate China's permanent normal trade relations status.

"For far too long, the Chinese Communist Party has exploited America's generosity, stolen our intellectual property, and undermined our workers," said Chairman Moolenaar, as quoted by SCCCP in a report.

"President Trump's recent tariffs and the Restoring Trade Fairness Act, which I introduced earlier this year to revoke China's permanent normal trade relations status, will finally put an end to this abuse, holding China accountable and protecting American jobs. For decades, we've accepted one-sided trade deals that hurt our industries while benefiting our adversaries. Trade deficits reflect that imbalance, but they also reveal something deeper: the strength of the American consumer. It's time we stopped allowing that strength to be used against us and started putting American workers first", SCCCP quoted.

Chairman Moolenaar highlighted that the existing trade framework permits adversaries such as China to take advantage of loopholes and manipulate the system, negatively impacting American workers, manufacturers, and national security, according to the SCCCP report.

"China has weaponized our open markets against us cheating, manipulating, and exploiting loopholes," Moolenaar continued. "The tariffs announced by President Trump reinforce exactly why our Restoring Trade Fairness Act is essential: It's time to put American workers first and safeguard our nation's long-term economic and strategic interests. We must prioritize the most pressing threat China while working toward more balanced trade relationships with our partners and allies," as stated by the SCCCP report.

The Restoring Trade Fairness Act has received support from both parties and is steadily gathering traction as legislators and industry representatives acknowledge the critical need to address China's aggressive economic practices. Chairman Moolenaar and his fellow members of the Select Committee are at the forefront of efforts to recalibrate America's trade stance, ensuring that U.S. policy prioritizes fairness, reciprocity, and national strength, according to SCCCP.

Reader Comments

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Mark T.
Finally some action being taken! China has been playing us for fools for decades. These tariffs are long overdue 👏 American workers deserve protection from unfair trade practices.
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Sarah L.
I appreciate the bipartisan effort here. Trade policy shouldn't be political - it's about protecting American interests. Though I wonder how this will affect consumer prices in the short term?
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James K.
While I agree China needs to be held accountable, tariffs often hurt American consumers the most. Prices will go up on everything from electronics to clothing. There must be a better way.
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Amy P.
About time! My husband lost his manufacturing job because of unfair Chinese competition. We can't keep letting them steal our technology and undercut our industries. 🇺🇸
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Robert D.
I support the intent but worry about retaliation. China could restrict rare earth minerals or pharmaceuticals. We need a comprehensive strategy, not just tariffs.
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Tina M.
Interesting to see bipartisan support for this. Maybe there's hope for Washington after all! The focus should be on rebuilding American manufacturing, not just tariffs though.

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Trade War China Trade John Moolenaar Trump Tariffs US-China Relations Economic Policy
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