Supreme Court Prepares to Rule on Trump's Tariffs

Context of the Tariff Case

The Supreme Court of the United States is expected to issue a ruling on the legality of the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the court added a conference date to its schedule, suggesting that it may announce its verdict soon, although it does not specify in advance what decisions will be made.

Previous Criticisms

Critics of Trump argue that the authority to set tariff rates belongs to Congress, not the president. This issue has been one of the most closely followed on the Court's agenda, significantly impacting the global economy.

Trump's Opinions

Trump stated on social media that such a decision would be a "terrible shock" for the U.S., claiming that, thanks to the tariffs, the country is now "financially, and in terms of national security, stronger and respected like never before."

Economic Factors

However, economic data is contradictory. The U.S. GDP grew by 4.3% in the third quarter of 2025, the largest increase in two years, but job growth has slowed, and sectors exposed to tariffs have made little progress.

Legal Arguments

Trump invoked the Economic Powers Act in February 2025, trying to justify the taxes on imported goods. However, lower courts ruled against the Trump administration, determining that the use of the law exceeded its authority.

Court's Decision

The Washington appellate court upheld that Congress, and not the executive branch, holds "exclusive authority to regulate commerce." Legal experts believe that the Supreme Court will support the decisions made by lower courts. If the Trump administration loses, the U.S. may be required to refund a portion of the tariffs.