U.S. Supreme Court Rules IEEPA Tariffs Are Unconstitutional

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Friday, February 27, 2026
Author: 
Bruce Zagaris
Volume: 
42
Issue: 
3
Abstract: 

On February 20, 2026, the United States (U.S.) Supreme Court struck down as unconstitutional the tariffs that U.S. President Donald Trump imposed through various executive orders.  By a 6-3 vote, the justices ruled that the tariffs are beyond the powers confirmed to the president by Congress under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).