Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's IEEPA Tariffs, with US Trade Lawyer, Jeremy Page [TOP EXPERT INTERVIEW]
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Send us Fan Mail Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's IEEPA Tariffs – Historic 6-3 Ruling Breakdown February 20, 2026: The U.S. Supreme Court rules President Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) for tariffs is illegal. No presidential authority for tariffs under IEEPA—Congress holds taxing power. Invalidates 10% baseline global tariffs, higher targeted duties on China, Mexico, Canada, EU, Japan, South Korea, and "Liberation Day" reciprocal tariffs. Internationa...
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