Trump’s new tariffs face lawsuit within hours of taking effect; seeks to declare them ‘unlawful’
- Posted on July 26, 2026
- By Financial Express
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In brief
President Trump's tariff implementation faces immediate legal backlash as federal courts challenge the constitutionality of broad trade measures affecting 60 nations. Small business plaintiffs argue the executive action exceeds presidential powers, marking a significant constitutional clash between commerce policy and separation of powers doctrine. The litigation could reshape US trade authority and set precedent for future tariff disputes.
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Trump’s new tariffs face lawsuit within hours of taking effect; seeks to declare them ‘unlawful’
US courts struck down President Trump's broad "Liberation Day" tariffs, and new tariffs on 60 countries face legal challenges from two US small businesses citing overreach of presidential authority.
