The NPR Politics Podcast Tariff Twists; Diplomatic Deals; Mango Mania
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May 30, 2025 
Greg Myre, NPR's national security correspondent, dives into the shake-ups in presidential tariff policies after a court ruling questioned their legality. He discusses how these tariffs are affecting U.S.-China trade relations while the Trump administration reshapes the diplomatic landscape. The conversation even takes a light-hearted turn, celebrating mango season and sharing funny anecdotes about fruit transport. Myre also touches on the complexities of modern diplomacy, showcasing a shift towards more transactional foreign relations.
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Court Limits Trump's Tariff Power
- The Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump did not have legal authority under IEPA to impose sweeping global tariffs.
- The court emphasized that tariff power is Congress's, not the president's, and blocked tariffs justified as pressure against fentanyl trafficking.
Tariffs Continue Amid Legal Disputes
- Despite the court ruling, the administration can temporarily continue collecting the contested tariffs during appeals.
- Some tariffs, like those on autos and steel, remain in place as they were imposed under different law than IEPA.
Supreme Court May Decide Tariff Fate
- The Supreme Court is likely to decide the legality of Trump's tariffs, as Congress refrains from intervening.
- Trump's inconsistent social media posts create market uncertainty around trade relations with China.