US trade court once again rules Trump tariffs illegal, but issues narrow block
Summary
A US trade court ruled that President Donald Trump's 10% global tariffs, applied under a 1974 trade law, were unjustified. However, the court blocked these tariffs only for two private importers and the State of Washington, leaving the levies in place for others while appeals continue.Key Facts
- The US Court of International Trade issued a 2-1 ruling against Trump’s latest 10% global tariffs.
- The tariffs were imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974.
- The court blocked the tariffs only for two private importers and the State of Washington.
- The tariffs remain for other importers until any appeals are resolved.
- The tariffs are temporary and set to expire in July 2026.
- The court declined a request to block tariffs nationwide, stating that most states suing lacked standing since they were not importers.
- President Trump criticized the ruling and said the administration will try a different legal approach under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
- This ruling follows the US Supreme Court striking down previous global tariffs imposed under a national emergencies law.
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