Supreme Court agrees to consider whether most of Trump's tariffs are legal
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Supreme Court to Hear Trump Tariff Case in November
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Republican narrative
These tariffs are essential presidential powers aimed at protecting America from economic and national security threats. The 1977 emergency law allows the president to regulate imports during crises. Trump's application of this power addresses real issues, such as trade deficits harming manufacturing and the fentanyl crisis. Removing these tariffs would weaken the nation against trade retaliation and jeopardize negotiations that are bringing billions in investments back to the U.S.
Democratic narrative
Congress exclusively holds the power to impose taxes and tariffs, and no emergency law can override this principle. The 1977 statute does not mention tariffs and was meant for sanctions, not broad taxation of American consumers. These global levies represent an overreach that violates the major questions doctrine, which demands clear congressional authorization for actions with significant economic impact.
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