24 US States Sue Trump Over New 10% Global Tariffs
A coalition of 24 US states has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump, challenging his newly imposed 10 percent global tariffs. The lawsuit, lodged in the US Court of International Trade, argues that Trump is circumventing a recent Supreme Court ruling that invalidated many of his previous tariffs. The states contend that the tariffs, announced on February 20, are illegal under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, which allows for temporary tariffs to address monetary emergencies. The lawsuit follows a court ruling that companies should receive refunds for over $130 billion in tariffs paid under Trump's previous framework. The White House has stated it will defend the president's actions in court, asserting that the tariffs are necessary to address balance-of-payments deficits.
Published 1 day ago • 06 Mar 2026, 02:47 AM IST