Challenges to Presidential Tariff Authority

This chapter examines a landmark case in the Court of International Trade where businesses and state attorneys general contested President Trump's tariff policies, claiming they exceeded his legal authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEPA). The ruling declared certain tariffs illegal while allowing the collection to continue during appeals, highlighting Congress's pivotal role in tariff legislation. Additionally, the discussion addresses the complex dynamics of U.S.-China trade relations amid the backdrop of shifting tariffs and the mixed reactions from global markets.