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SCOTUS Final Ruling
The Supreme Court issues its 6-3 decision upholding the tariffs and affirming broad executive power over trade.
SCOTUS Decision
The Supreme Court rules 6-3 to limit executive authority over trade duties.
Trump Response
The President vows to find a new legal route to protect domestic industries.
Appellate Ruling
The lower courts split on the legality of Section 232 expansions, sending the case to SCOTUS.
Appellate Ruling
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals issues a split decision, leading to an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court.
Initial Challenge
A coalition of retail and manufacturing groups files a lawsuit against expanded executive tariffs.
Legal Challenge Filed
A coalition of trade groups files a lawsuit in the Court of International Trade challenging the use of IEEPA for broad tariffs.
Tariff Implementation
Executive order signed establishing a 10% universal baseline tariff on all U.S. imports.
The Supreme Court has affirmed the President's broad authority to impose universal tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). This landmark decision cements the 10% baseline tariff, forcing a permanent shift in global sourcing and nearshoring strategies for U.S. importers.
President Trump has characterized a recent Supreme Court decision limiting executive tariff authority as "deeply disappointing," signaling an immediate shift in strategy to preserve his administration's protectionist trade agenda. The ruling introduces significant volatility into global supply chain planning as the executive branch seeks alternative legal avenues to maintain existing duty structures.