Washington, Aug 30 (IANS): In a major blow to U.S. President Donald Trump, a federal appeals court has struck down most of his administration’s global reciprocal tariffs, ruling that the President lacked the authority to impose them. The court emphasized that Trump’s use of the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) did not grant him “unlimited power” to levy tariffs.
“The statute grants the President significant authority in responding to national emergencies, but it does not explicitly allow tariffs, duties, or taxes,” the ruling stated. It also noted that the IEEPA contains no procedural safeguards limiting presidential powers in this regard.
The order, however, has been delayed until October 14, giving the administration time to appeal. Importantly, U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium—implemented under a separate legal framework—will remain in effect.
Reacting to the ruling, Trump took to Truth Social, declaring: “ALL TARIFFS ARE STILL IN EFFECT!” and warned that enforcing the court’s order would “literally destroy the United States of America.” He also vowed to take the fight to the Supreme Court, writing, “Now, with the help of the United States Supreme Court, we will use them to the benefit of our Nation.”
Tariffs have been a central pillar of Trump’s trade policy since his return to power in January, often used as leverage in negotiations or as punishment against countries unwilling to make concessions. Earlier in May, the U.S. Court of International Trade in New York had similarly ruled that Trump exceeded his authority in imposing tariffs.
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