After Supreme Court Loss, Trump Plans to Impose Global Tariffs Using Different Laws

New York Times - WorldEN 6 min read 100% complete by Tony Romm and Tyler PagerFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:29 AM

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Following a Supreme Court loss, President Trump plans to impose a 10% global tariff on all imports using Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act. He also intends to launch investigations into unspecified countries' unfair trade practices under Section 301, potentially leading to additional tariffs. These actions are intended to replace the invalidated emergency duties enacted during "Liberation Day" and maintain economic leverage. Experts suggest the new tariffs could result in an average import tax of 15.4%, only slightly lower than the pre-ruling rate of 16.9%. Trump asserted his determination to continue the global trade war and utilize remaining trade powers despite the legal setback.

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