The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to show considerable deference to the Trump administration regarding the legality of tariffs imposed on Chinese goods. Several experienced commentators suggest that the Court is unlikely to overturn these tariffs, viewing them as political and policy decisions within the purview of Congress, which retains the authority to overrule such measures if it chooses. The Court traditionally avoids interfering in executive actions related to foreign affairs, reinforcing the likelihood that it will uphold the tariffs. This perspective is supported by the fact that Congress has deferred the issue of tariffs to the executive branch, effectively ceding tariff powers to the president under Article II of the Constitution. Despite recent challenges at the U.S. Court of International Trade, the Supreme Court’s Roberts Court appears reluctant to intervene, signaling potential judicial restraint in this matter.
"The Supreme Court May Not Step in and Save #Trump’s #Tariffs" https://t.co/SuztGqEsjZ
Would be surprised if the US Supreme Court ruled against the White House given that Congress has deferred on the issue of tariffs. The Roberts Court seems unlikely to stop the Article II branch from exercising tariff powers willingly ceded to it by the Article I branch. https://t.co/KZ8d9Csjv7
“The Supreme Court May Not Step in and Save Trump’s Tariffs; The path forward for Trump will not get easier after a defeat at the U.S. Court of International Trade”: Columnist Ankush Khardori has this essay online at Politico. https://t.co/gRwC6mhYon