Trump's Tariffs Deemed Illegal: Major Court Ruling Shakes US Trade Policy

A US federal court has issued a major blow to former President Donald Trump, ruling that his broad tariffs imposed on various countries were an abuse of executive power. The unanimous decision by a three-judge panel of the Court of International Trade stated that Trump exceeded his authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The ruling primarily impacts tariffs on the European Union and Spain, which were set at 10%. While some tariffs are now nullified, others remain in a state of temporary suspension. "This is a significant defeat for the former president and his administration," said David Alandete, ABC's Washington correspondent. Alandete further explained that the court's finding that the White House couldn't claim a national emergency based on trade deficits opens up a new legal battle. The White House is expected to appeal this decision to the Supreme Court. This outcome sends a message about the limits of presidential power in trade policy, highlighting the importance of checks and balances within the US government.