Trump overstepped executive power by imposing tariffs, Supreme Court rules

4 days ago

The US Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump overstepped his authority by imposing steep tariffs on global imports.
The 6-3 decision stated that a 1977 law did not justify most of the Trump administration's tariffs.
The ruling was a significant blow to Trump's economic agenda and assertions of executive power.
Economists warned that the tariffs could raise prices for Americans amid inflation.
Tariffs typically require congressional approval, but Trump claimed authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
The US solicitor general argued the tariffs were regulatory, not revenue-raising, but justices remained skeptical.
Both liberal and conservative justices questioned the administration's stance, with Chief Justice Roberts emphasizing Congress's tax authority.
Trump claimed the ruling would drastically impact the US economy and his 'Make America Great Again' agenda.

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