Former President Donald Trump renewed his criticism of the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday following the court’s ruling against his broad tariff program, promising to explore alternative tariff powers and licensing strategies without providing specifics.
Trump’s original plan, which included raising temporary tariffs from 10% to 15% on imports from all countries, was struck down after the Supreme Court found he had exceeded his presidential authority under an economic emergency law. In a social media post, Trump argued that other tariffs and license fees could be applied “in a much more powerful and obnoxious way” than the previously imposed measures.
The ruling and Trump’s response triggered market reactions: Wall Street futures and the dollar fell amid trade policy uncertainty, while oil prices initially declined before stabilizing following news of planned U.S.-Iran talks. His post also hinted at concerns over the court potentially blocking his administration’s bid to restrict birthright citizenship.
Trump’s latest actions complicate ongoing trade relations, with China urging Washington to scrap tariffs, the European Union pausing agreements, and India delaying planned negotiations. The decision underscores the Supreme Court’s role in checking executive power, even against measures proposed by a former president.
