FedEx sues US government for tariff refund after Supreme Court ruling

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Erin HaleFebruary 24, 2026 at 06:08 AM
FedEx sues US government for tariff refund after Supreme Court ruling

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Following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed President Trump's imposed tariffs illegal, FedEx has sued the U.S. government on Monday, February 24, 2026, seeking a refund of the tariff fees it paid. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade against Customs and Border Protection, claims FedEx suffered financial injury from the tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA). FedEx anticipates a $1 billion loss in 2026 due to these tariffs and the end of tariff exemptions on small packages. While the Supreme Court decision invalidated the tariffs, it provided no guidance on refunding the billions collected, leaving uncertainty for businesses and consumers. The process for potential refunds could take months or years to resolve.

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