Trump's Temporary Tariffs Revived by U.S. Appeals Court - Court temporarily restores Trump's tariffs amid legal dispute
The U.S. Court of Appeals temporarily reinstates former President Trump's tariffs, overturning a recent decision by the U.S. Court of International Trade. The three judges at the ITC ruled that Trump exceeded his authority by invoking a 1977 emergency law and could not use it to impose unlimited tariffs on goods from various countries.
Since taking office, Trump's hardline trade policy has caused disruptions to global supply chains. In early April, he imposed high tariffs on numerous countries and then reduced them to a base rate of 10 percent for 90 days. The U.S. currently has a 25 percent tariff on automobiles, as well as steel and aluminum products. Trump had previously threatened to impose 50 percent tariffs on the EU, but they have not yet come into effect, with negotiations ongoing.
The Court of Appeals has granted an administrative stay on the lower court's ruling, which had permanently enjoined the enforcement of certain executive orders imposing tariffs. Consequently, Trump's tariffs are temporarily back in effect while the court considers the administration's appeal. Notably, the lower court and early judicial opinions have emphasized that the president's authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) is limited.
The appellate court will continue to review the case, and the Trump administration may seek emergency relief from the Supreme Court to prevent potential national-security and economic harms if the appellate court does not grant interim relief. The consolidation of appeals has made the proceedings more efficient, with just one set of briefs to be filed.
The Community institution, as well as various institutions within the industry, finance, politics, and general-news sectors, are closely following the ongoing legal battle surrounding former President Trump's tariffs. The reinstatement of these tariffs by the U.S. Court of Appeals, amidst the initial ruling by the U.S. Court of International Trade, raises questions about the president's authority to impose such measures, particularly under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
