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Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs - 6 3 Ruling

In a 6 3 decision the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump lacked authority to impose sweeping global tariffs under emergency powers The ruling invalidates central elements of the administration's trade policy and could trigger more than 175 billion in refund claims

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175 billion - Estimated tariff refunds at stake after the Supreme Court ruling

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"I can destroy the country" — Donald Trump

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Supreme Court Rules Against Trump's Sweeping Tariffs - 6 3 Decision

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 decision rejecting President Trump's use of emergency powers to impose sweeping global tariffs. The ruling invalidates core elements of the administration's trade policy and triggers legal and economic fallout.

Trump Orders New 10 Percent Global Tariff After Court Rebuke

President Trump responded immediately by announcing replacement duties and executive actions to restore tariff revenue. The White House signaled plans for a new 10 percent global tariff while legal teams tee up alternate statutory paths.

Estimate US Could Owe 175 Billion in Tariff Refunds

Economists and markets are scrambling to quantify the financial impact of the decision. Analysts warn that billions in collected tariffs may require refunds and that volatility hit stocks and sector winners and losers.

Sen McConnell Takes Victory Lap After Court Slams Trump's Tariffs

Senators and House leaders reacted publicly as the decision shifted trade authority back to Congress. Republican leaders debated legislative fixes while rank and file warned about budget and political consequences.

Kavanaugh Dissent Lays Legal Workaround for New Tariffs

Justice Kavanaugh authored a dissent and offered legal avenues the administration could use to restore tariff measures, creating an immediate roadmap for the White House and Congress to press on with alternative authorities.

Ecommerce Stocks Pop as Court Strikes Down Tariffs

Businesses and trade groups immediately weighed in on the ruling. Retailers and e commerce names rallied while industry groups called for refunds and regulatory clarity to protect consumers and supply chains.

Trump Vows 'Even Stronger' Tariffs and Says 'I Can Destroy the Country'

President Trump lashed out at the court and individual justices, blaming foreign influence and attacking his own appointees. The White House rhetoric intensified the political standoff around the decision.

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"To show you how ridiculous the opinion is, the Court said that I’m not allowed to charge even $1 DOLLAR to any Country under IEEPA, I assume to protect other Countries, not the United States which they should be interested in protecting — But I am allowed to cut off any and all Trade or Business with that same Country, even imposing a…"