Federal trade court blocks Trump's emergency tariffs, saying he overstepped authority

npr.orgPublished: 5/29/2025

Summary

The Federal Trade Court has ruled against President Trump's emergency tariffs, determining they exceeded his authority under IEEPA, which typically delegates tariff power to Congress. The court invalidated tariffs on most countries, including a broader measure affecting consumers and stock markets, as well as those imposed on China, Canada, and Mexico in response to fentanyl trafficking. The administration Maintain their stance that the court's jurisdiction is inappropriate for national emergencies and has pledged to continue using executive powers effectively.