US Supreme Court Rules on Trump Tariffs Authority

20 UPDATES · 11 DAYS · 20 FEB 2026 — 2 MAR 2026

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Latest · 2 Mar 2026

The USTR presented Donald Trump's 2026 Trade Policy Agenda to Congress, outlining a new approach to US-China trade relations focused on "managed" interactions.

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20Feb

STORY BEGINS — The Guardian

Trump illegally overstepped executive power with global tariffs, supreme court rules | US supreme court

Al Jazeera

The US Supreme Court ruled that President Trump lacked authority to impose tariffs under the law reserved for national emergencies.

Times of India

President Trump reacted to the Supreme Court's ruling invalidating his reciprocal tariffs by vowing to impose new tariffs.

Al Jazeera

President Trump announced a new 10% global tariff to replace the tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court.

Times of India

President Trump will implement new tariffs using alternative legal authorities, including a 10% global tariff under Section 122, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated previous tariffs.

Al Jazeera

The Supreme Court ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority by using the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose global tariffs.

BBC

President Trump implemented a new 10% global tariff as a replacement for tariffs previously blocked by the Supreme Court.

21Feb

The Guardian

The Supreme Court ruled that President Trump's tariffs were unlawful, limiting his ability to use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

The Hindu

The Supreme Court ruled that the President exceeded his authority by unilaterally imposing tariffs using IEEPA, citing Congress's exclusive power to levy taxes and duties.

22Feb

Times of India

'Trade deficits distinct from BOP deficits': Gita Gopinath backs Neal Katyal on Trump’s 15% tariff move

23Feb

South China Morning Post

Taiwan is seeking clarification from the US regarding the Supreme Court ruling that overturned some of former President Trump's tariff powers.

The Guardian

Senate Democrats introduced a bill demanding the US Customs and Border Protection refund approximately $175 billion in tariff revenues collected under former President Trump's illegal orders.

The Guardian

FedEx filed a lawsuit seeking a full refund for tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, arguing the tariffs were illegal.

24Feb

The Guardian

Despite a Supreme Court ruling, Donald Trump imposed a 10% global tariff on imported goods, implemented by the US Customs agency.

Al Jazeera

President Trump implemented new 10 percent tariffs on imported goods following the Supreme Court's ruling that invalidated previous tariffs.

South China Morning Post

The Supreme Court ruled against the Trump administration's use of IEEPA to impose tariffs, citing a lack of legal basis for such action.

25Feb

The Guardian

The Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping global tariffs, marking the first time the court has overturned one of his policies.

27Feb

The Guardian

Despite President Trump's claims, inflation remains a significant concern for consumers, with tariffs implemented by his administration contributing to increased costs for goods and services.

South China Morning Post

Analysts debate the impact of Trump's tariff setback on Chinese imports, with some predicting a surge and others suggesting stockpiling.

2Mar

LATEST UPDATE — South China Morning Post

The USTR presented Donald Trump's 2026 Trade Policy Agenda to Congress, outlining a new approach to US-China trade relations focused on "managed" interactions.

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