Trump's Tariffs Deemed Illegal: A Major Legal Setback

A US federal court has delivered a major blow to former President Donald Trump's trade agenda, declaring his sweeping tariffs illegal. The Court of International Trade in New York ruled that Trump exceeded his authority when he used emergency powers to impose tariffs without Congressional approval. "The issue wasn’t about whether tariffs are wise policy, but whether they were legally imposed," stated the court's decision, emphasizing the procedural aspect over the economic implications. The court ordered the Trump administration to issue new orders within 10 days, reflecting the permanent injunction. However, the Trump administration immediately filed a notice of appeal, questioning the court's authority. Stephen Miller, a former Trump advisor, tweeted, "The judicial coup is out of control." This legal challenge may significantly impact Trump's economic strategy, which heavily relied on tariffs to reduce the trade deficit and reshore manufacturing. The decision immediately voids the tariffs, forcing the administration to either revise its approach or continue to appeal the ruling through higher courts. The case is expected to reach the US Court of Appeals in Washington, and possibly the Supreme Court.