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Trump's Tariff Authority: Legal Options If Supreme Court Strikes Down Emergency Powers
Nov 06, 2025 05:22 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines President Trump's alternative tariff authorities if the Supreme Court invalidates his emergency powers. Despite judicial skepticism, experts confirm multiple legal pathways remain available, including Section 301 of the Trade Act, Section 232 national security provisions, and even the rarely-used Smoot-Hawley era Section 338, which could maintain his aggressive trade policy regardless of the Court's decision.
Trump's 45% Lumber and Furniture Tariffs: Impact on US Housing Market and International Trade Relations
Oct 14, 2025 01:46 pm CST
President Trump's new tariffs on imported wood, furniture, and kitchen cabinets have taken effect, raising duties on Canadian lumber to 45% and introducing tariffs of 25-50% on furniture and cabinets. Industry experts warn these measures will increase home construction costs by approximately $2,200 per unit, further challenging an already struggling housing market while significantly impacting trade relationships with Canada, Vietnam, and other major exporters.
Trump's 100% Pharmaceutical Tariffs Face EU Resistance Citing Trade Deal Immunity
Sep 26, 2025 08:44 pm CST
President Trump has announced steep new tariffs on pharmaceuticals and other imported goods, with the EU claiming immunity under a previous trade agreement. The measures include a 100% tariff on pharmaceutical products, 25% on heavy trucks, and significant tariffs on furniture and kitchen products. These protectionist policies aim to rebuild US manufacturing but have sparked concerns about inflation and supply chain disruptions among international allies and trading partners.