Supreme Court Justices Express Skepticism on Trump's Tariff Authority
Wednesday, 5 November 2025, 23:46
Supreme Court Justices Challenge Trump's Tariff Authority
During recent oral arguments, Supreme Court Justices questioned the constitutionality of President Trump's tariffs. Chief Justice John Roberts and other conservative justices expressed doubts about the president's authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Rep. Jamie Raskin highlighted that the executive branch may be exceeding its limits.
Key Points of the Hearing
- Roberts raised concerns regarding the administration's broad justification for imposing tariffs.
- Justices Barrett and Gorsuch challenged the government's arguments on historical precedent.
Raskin noted that only Congress has the power to set tariffs, as outlined in the Constitution.
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