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Trump Moves to Rebuild Tariffs: 10% Surcharge in Effect, 15%‑Plus Possible for Some Countries

Refunds for billions collected under IEEPA now rest with the Court of International Trade.

Overview

  • U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said a supplemental proclamation is coming to lift rates to 15% for some nations and potentially higher for others, despite the initial rollout as a universal measure.
  • A 10% global tariff under Section 122 took effect Tuesday for up to 150 days without congressional approval, and Senate Democrats signaled opposition to any extension beyond that window.
  • The administration is pursuing more durable tariff paths under Sections 301 and 232, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicating a goal of keeping overall revenue largely unchanged this year.
  • Key partners are recalibrating: the EU paused ratification of a deal, India postponed talks, Indonesia highlighted its pact is not yet ratified, and China warned it will respond firmly as Trump cautioned countries against reopening agreements.
  • Refunds remain unresolved after the Supreme Court limited IEEPA, with businesses filing suits and petitions for repayment, CBP reporting about $200 billion in tariff revenue, and analysts estimating current tariffs add roughly $600–$800 per U.S. household over 150 days.