Lawmakers in both parties endorsed the proposal, a reflection of the growing willingness in Congress to build on the tariffs enacted during Donald Trump’s presidency, even if it risks retaliatory actions from China that would harm many farmers, ranchers and U.S. exporters.

“It’s a strategy that of course involves tradeoffs, but I think a strategy built on the recognition, if nothing else, that the status quo is not working,” said Rep. Mike Gallagher, the Republican chairman of the committee.

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