Source: Fortune.com
Summary
Two lawsuits have been filed by small businesses challenging the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs imposed on 60 trading partners, citing failure to prevent imports produced by forced labor. Critics argue the goal is to replace worldwide tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court in February. The tariffs, implemented under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, cover 99% of U.S. imports.
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Trump’s tariffs are facing court challenges again, with two lawsuits filed by small businesses arguing the government didn’t adequately establish its case against each specific economy. The tariffs, imposed under Section 301, cover 99% of U.S. imports. Experts say it might be tougher to successfully challenge these tariffs than previous rounds. The White House has not commented.
The strategy enters a familiar phase: using tariffs as a tool for policy goals, while facing court challenges and criticism from small businesses.
Author: Evan Null
