Summary
President Trump stated that losing a Supreme Court case about tariffs could cost the U.S. $3 trillion in terms of refunds and lost investments. He emphasized the importance of the tariffs as a key part of his economic policy. Trump also mentioned that Americans could receive a $2,000 payment from the already collected tariff revenue.
Key Facts
- President Trump claims a $3 trillion loss could occur if the U.S. loses a tariff case at the Supreme Court.
- He suggested that losing the case could seriously harm the country’s economy and national security.
- Trump has promised a $2,000 payment to most Americans from tariff revenues.
- He posted different cost estimates ($2 trillion and $3 trillion) related to the potential loss on his social media.
- The U.S. collected about $195 billion in tariffs in the 2025 fiscal year.
- Trade agreements with Japan, South Korea, and the European Union involve future investments of over $1.5 trillion into the U.S.
- It is unclear if the Supreme Court will address the refund issue in their verdict.
- If tariffs are invalidated, refunds might become a new legal issue.
