Why US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's trade tariffs; explained in 10 points

The Supreme Court ruled that President Trump lacked the authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose broad tariffs. The 6-3 decision found the law does not explicitly grant power for tariffs, a move Trump had used extensively. This ruling could lead to significant refunds and ongoing disputes over presidential tariff powers.

Feb 21, 2026 - 08:30
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Why US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump's trade tariffs; explained in 10 points
The Supreme Court ruled that President Trump lacked the authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose broad tariffs. The 6-3 decision found the law does not explicitly grant power for tariffs, a move Trump had used extensively. This ruling could lead to significant refunds and ongoing disputes over presidential tariff powers.

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