The White House remains confident the Supreme Court will uphold President Trump’s authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose wide-ranging tariffs, though aides have prepared fallback options using other trade laws.
Key Takeaways
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Supreme Court test of tariff power: The administration’s use of emergency authority faces legal scrutiny that could redefine presidential control over trade policy.
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Contingency plans in place: If the court rules against Trump, aides plan to rely on older trade statutes like Sections 232, 301, 122, and 338 to sustain economic pressure abroad.
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Potential policy ripple effects: A curbed ruling could slow tariff actions, complicate foreign negotiations, and push Congress to reconsider the scope of executive trade authority.
