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Trump Announces 10% Global Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
US President Donald Trump stated he will sign an executive order imposing a 10% global tariff under Section 122, on top of existing tariffs, following the Supreme Court's decision deeming his reciprocal tariffs illegal. This move comes hours after the ruling, which is viewed as a major setback to his economic agenda.
Trump also plans Section 301 investigations to counter unfair trade practices.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Reciprocal Tariffs as Illegal
The US Supreme Court invalidated President Trump's reciprocal tariffs, prompting his immediate announcement of alternative 10% global tariffs. Trump described the verdict as wrong and vowed to pursue new mechanisms that could generate higher revenues.
The decision disrupts one of his key economic initiatives.
Trump Vows Higher Revenue from New Tariff Measures
In a press conference, Trump indicated that the new tariff approaches under Section 122 and others might exceed revenues from the overturned measures. He emphasized protecting the US from unfair trading practices amid the legal setback.
The executive order is set to be signed today.
Global Markets React to Trump's 10% Tariff Announcement
Following Trump's tariff declaration, international markets brace for impacts on trade and economy, as the policy targets all global imports. Analysts predict disruptions in supply chains and higher costs for consumers.
The move escalates US trade protectionism post-Supreme Court ruling.
Section 122 Invoked for Emergency Global Tariffs by Trump
Trump specified using Section 122 of trade law for the 10% tariff, layered over normal duties already in place. This bypasses the Supreme Court's block on reciprocal tariffs deemed unconstitutional.
Additional probes under Section 301 are launching.