In a significant blow to President Trump’s trade policies, a federal appeals court in Washington, D.C., has ruled that many of the tariffs imposed by the administration earlier this year are not legally permissible. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit stated that the president overstepped his authority with these tariffs, which have had far-reaching implications on global trade.
The court’s decision comes after several nonprofits challenged the legality of the tariffs, arguing that the president did not have the explicit power to impose such duties. While the ruling deems most of the tariffs illegal, the judges have allowed them to remain in place until October, giving the Trump administration time to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court.
This ruling marks a significant development in the ongoing debate over the president’s trade policies and the extent of his authority in implementing tariffs. The decision raises questions about the balance of power between the executive branch and Congress in matters of trade regulation and national security.
While the court’s decision is a setback for the Trump administration, it also underscores the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring that presidential actions are within the bounds of legal authority. The case is likely to have broader implications for future trade policy decisions and the relationship between the executive and legislative branches.
As the legal battle over the tariffs continues, it remains to be seen how the Supreme Court will ultimately rule on the issue. In the meantime, the fate of these tariffs and their impact on global trade hangs in the balance, awaiting further judicial review.
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References:
– https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/29/us/politics/appeals-court-trump-foreign-aid.html
– https://www.cbsnews.com/news/appeals-court-trump-tariffs-illegal/
– https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/aug/29/trump-tariffs-illegal-appeal-court-ruling
– https://www.npr.org/2025/08/29/nx-s1-5522457/tariffs-trump-trade-supreme-court
– https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgj7jxkq58o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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