More than 20 states sue over new global tariffs Trump imposed after his stinging Supreme Court loss

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by By LINDSAY WHITEHURST and PAUL WISEMANMarch 5, 2026 at 07:23 PM

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More than 20 states are suing the Trump administration over newly imposed global tariffs. The lawsuit, led by attorneys general from Oregon, Arizona, California, and New York, challenges the legality of the tariffs, arguing that President Trump is exceeding his authority. The tariffs, set at 15%, were implemented under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 after the Supreme Court rejected previous tariffs imposed under emergency powers. Trump claims the tariffs are necessary to reduce America's trade deficits. Section 122 allows the president to impose tariffs for up to five months unless Congress extends them.

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Dan Rayfield 30% Congress 30% Oregon 40% Arizona 40% California 40% New York 40% Canada 50% Mexico ×260% Supreme Court ×270% United States ×280% Donald Trump ×390%

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