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Trump Moves to Impose 10% Global Tariff After Supreme Court Voids IEEPA Levies

The pivot relies on Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, which limits such duties to 150 days.

Overview

  • The Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that the president exceeded his authority by using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to levy broad, reciprocal tariffs.
  • Trump said he will sign an order for a 10% global surcharge under Section 122, stating it could take effect in about three days and would apply on top of current rates.
  • Section 122 requires nondiscriminatory application across trading partners, permits up to a 15% surcharge, and automatically expires after 150 days without congressional action.
  • The administration said national-security tariffs under Section 232 and existing Section 301 duties remain in force, and it is launching new Section 301 investigations.
  • Officials acknowledged unresolved questions over refunds for tariffs already collected, with court fights expected to continue for years.