Trump Hits Back: New 10% Tariff Imposed After Supreme Court Scraps Old Duties

United States President Donald Trump imposed a new 10% tariff on imports from all countries on Friday, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down his previous tariffs as illegal.

In a 6-3 decision, the court ruled that Trump had exceeded his authority by using emergency powers to impose the earlier tariffs.

In response, Trump signed an executive order revoking the invalidated tariffs and issued a proclamation introducing a 10% duty on most goods imported into the U.S. for 150 days. Certain items, such as critical minerals, metals, and energy products, were exempted.

Trump Criticizes Supreme Court
At the White House, Trump expressed strong disapproval of the ruling. “I’m ashamed of certain members of the court, absolutely ashamed, for not having the courage to do what’s right for our country,” he said.

He accused the court majority of succumbing to foreign influence, claiming, “They’re very unpatriotic and disloyal to our Constitution. It’s my opinion that the court has been swayed by foreign interests.”

The president cited Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, becoming the first U.S. president to invoke this provision. The law permits tariffs of up to 15% for 150 days to address international payment disputes. Legal experts warn, however, that this new measure could also face legal challenges, as tariffs can only be extended beyond 150 days with Congressional approval.

Administration Response
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News that while the Supreme Court decision complicated matters, the administration aims to restore similar tariff levels through alternative approaches.

“The Supreme Court has taken away the President’s leverage, but in a way, they have made the leverage that he has more draconian because they agreed he does have the right to a full embargo,” Bessent explained.

The ruling also left unresolved the status of the $133 billion collected from importers under the prior tariffs, which the court described as based on Trump’s “incorrect interpretation” of the law.