Treasury’s Bessent Warns She Will Block Any Supreme Court Tariff Reversal

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent said she would “immediately enjoin” any court decision that strikes down the Trump administration’s tariffs, underscoring the government’s determination to shield the levies from legal challenges. Bessent told reporters that strong tariff-related revenue makes it increasingly difficult for the Supreme Court to invalidate the duties, which include the 145% surcharge on Chinese imports imposed in April. She did not specify what form an injunction might take, but her comments signal the Treasury’s readiness to act swiftly should the high court move against the measures.