Key Takeaways
- A coalition of 25 US states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs.
- The tariffs target goods from 60 trading partners, ranging from 10% to 12.5%.
- States argue the tariffs are unlawful and a replacement for taxes previously struck down.
A group of 25 US states has taken legal action against the Trump administration over new tariffs imposed on goods from 60 trading partners, ranging from 10% to 12.5%. The coalition filed their lawsuit in the US Court of International Trade, arguing that these tariffs are unlawful and a pretext for replacing import taxes that were previously declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.
The states claim that the new tariffs violate existing laws and represent an attempt to circumvent judicial decisions. They seek immediate relief from the tariffs, requesting that the court halt their implementation and order refunds of duties already paid by affected businesses and consumers.
In a statement accompanying the lawsuit, state officials emphasized the economic impact these tariffs could have on local industries and communities. 'These tariffs are not only unlawful but also harmful to our economies,' said a spokesperson for one of the states involved in the case.
