Supreme Court Rules Against Trump Tariffs

The United States===Supreme Court of the United States has ruled against the bulk of Donald Trump's tariffs, citing a narrow technicality in the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The majority opinion states that while the act allows the White House to 'regulate' trade, it does not permit tariffs as a means of regulation. This decision has sparked debate, with dissenting justices like Brett Kavanaugh arguing the absurdity of denying tariffs as a regulatory tool. The ruling leaves open questions about refunds for importers who paid unlawful tariffs and the extent of congressional delegation of tariff-setting power. Donald Trump has since proposed new universal tariffs under different statutory authorities, indicating continued shifts in trade policy. The event highlights the ongoing tension between presidential power and constitutional limits in trade matters.