States sue over Trump's new global tariffs
AP News • • nation
Key Points:
- About two dozen states, led by Democratic attorneys general and governors, filed a lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s new 15% global tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, arguing that he is overstepping his authority.
- The tariffs were introduced after the Supreme Court struck down previous tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), with Trump aiming to reduce the U.S. trade deficit, but critics say Section 122 was not intended for broad import taxes.
- The lawsuit claims the tariffs will increase costs for states, businesses, and consumers, citing studies that estimate the tariffs cost American households around $1,200 annually.
- The White House maintains that Trump is acting within his congressional authority and
