Summary
Two dozen U.S. states have sued the Trump administration over new tariffs, claiming they are illegal. The states argue that only Congress has the authority to impose such taxes on imports. The lawsuit follows a Supreme Court decision against similar tariffs introduced by President Trump last year.
Key Facts
- Twenty-four U.S. states filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's new tariffs.
- These states claim the new tariffs are illegal and filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade.
- The Supreme Court ruled similar tariffs from last year as illegal.
- The Trump administration imposed a 10% tariff using Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974.
- The law allows tariffs up to 15% for 150 days without Congressional approval.
- The states argue that Congress, not the president, should impose such tariffs.
- The lawsuit is led by New York, California, Oregon, and Arizona.
- Officials hope the lawsuit will stop the tariffs and provide refunds to businesses and consumers.
