Lawsuits against U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policy are on the rise, aiming to challenge the legitimacy of his tariff powers. Analysts see these cases as a potential threat to many of the recently concluded trade agreements.
Overview of Lawsuits Against Trump's Trade Policy
Analysts speculate that lawsuits targeting Trump’s tariffs could nullify nearly all of his recent trade agreements. Central to the discussions is the case of V.O.S. Selections v. Trump, which is set to be reviewed by the Federal Circuit soon.
Court Rulings Against Trump's Tariffs
The lower court has already ruled that Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act was illegal for its intended purpose. While this decision has been appealed, the conflict continues as the matter moves to the Supreme Court.
Future of Trade Policy and Supreme Court Involvement
Attention is now focused on how the Supreme Court might intervene in this legal issue. Despite the conservative majority, analysts expect that the Supreme Court is unlikely to side with Trump.
Thus, if the Supreme Court determines that Trump overstepped his authority, it could significantly alter the entire landscape of his trade policy and lead to the rescinding of many agreements.
