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Are Trump's tariffs legal?

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Tariffs and Presidential Authority

This chapter explores the constitutional framework governing tariffs, asserting Congress's exclusive power to implement them while also examining presidential authorities established in the 1960s and 70s. It recounts the experiences of an official during the Trump administration who navigated these complexities in response to China's trade practices, highlighting the implications for future trade policies.

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