Trump News update : Supreme Court Showdown on Tariff Authority Battle

Trump Appeals Tariff Decision to the Supreme Court

In the latest Trump news, President Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a lower judiciary ruling that invalidated many of his sweeping tariffs.

The president filed an urgent petition late Wednesday, urging justices to rule that the president has the authority to impose such import taxes without explicit approval from Congress.

A divided US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently ruled 7-4 against him, saying tariffs fall under “a core Congressional power” and not the president’s emergency powers. If upheld then this decision could force the US to refund billions of dollars in collected taxs.

Trump Defends Tariffs as Essential for the Economy

President has defended his actions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) which allows presidents to act during “unusual and extraordinary” threats.

In April, he declared an economic emergency, citing trade imbalances and risks to national security.

Speaking from the Oval Office, President said, “The stock market needs the tariffs, they want the tariffs,” warning that losing them would mean “devastation for our country.”

This Trump news case could shape how much power future presidents have to act unilaterally in trade policy.

Businesses and States Challenge Tariffs

The challenge originated from lawsuits filed by small businesses, importers like VOS Selections, and a coalition of US states.

They argued Donald exceeded his authority when he imposed a baseline 10% tariff and “reciprocal” tariff on over 90 countries.

The appellate court ruling also strikes down taxes on China, Mexico and Canada which President claimed were needed to combat drug imports such as fentanyl. However it does not affect tariffs on steel and aluminium imposed under a separate law.

Billions in Tariff Revenue at Stake

More than $210 billion in tariff revenue was collected during the 2025 fiscal year under IEEPA-related tariff. The administration argues that undoing these taxes would disrupt trade negotiations and weaken America’s leverage, according to the data of CNN Politics.

Solicitor General John Sauer told the justices the lower court’s ruling “disrupted highly impactful, sensitive, ongoing diplomatic trade negotiations” and risked leaving the US “unilaterally disarmed” in trade wars.

What Comes Next for Trump News on Tariffs ?

The Donald T.  administration is pushing for a fast-track review and boldly asking the Supreme Court to decide whether to hear the case by September 10 and schedule arguments in November. If the justices decline, the lower judiciary's ruling will take effect on October 14.

Another similar case, brought by American toy companies, is also set for review by the Supreme Court later this month. Both cases may force the justices to apply the “major questions doctrine,” a legal theory previously used to limit presidential power in other high-stakes cases.

Conclusion

The Trump news story goes beyond taxs, it is about the balance of power between Congress and the presidency. While he insists taxs are vital to America’s economic security, the courts so far disagree.

If the Supreme Court sides against him, it could reshape not only his trade agenda but also the future scope of executive authority in the United States.