In a major development, the US Federal Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington has ruled that most of former President Donald Trump’s global tariffs are illegal. The court determined that the tariffs, implemented during Trump’s administration, did not comply with legal requirements. However, the court allowed the tariffs to remain in effect until October 14, providing time for the Trump administration to appeal the decision to the US Supreme Court. Reacting to the ruling, Donald Trump stated that the court was wrong to suggest that his tariffs should be removed. The decision marks a significant challenge to Trump’s trade policies, which were central to his “America First” economic agenda.
