Trump's Tariff Policy Faces Another Setback as White House Files Appeal

The administration of US President Donald Trump has filed an appeal against a court decision declaring a 10% global import tariff policy invalid under US trade law. Citing Reuters on Friday (9/5/2026), the US Court of International Trade ruled 2-1 on Thursday (8/5/2026) that Section 122 of the Trade Act 1974 was not intended to address trade deficits occurring when US imports exceed exports. However, the court only annulled the tariff application against three plaintiffs: two small companies and the state of Washington. This legal dispute also opens the possibility of prolonged legal battles regarding the refund of billions of dollars in tariffs. Previously, the US Supreme Court in February 2026 overturned global tariffs imposed by Trump using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The court ruled that Trump lacked authority to impose those tariffs through national emergency regulations. The replacement tariffs are temporary and scheduled to end on 24 July 2026, unless extended by the US Congress. Trump himself blamed the trade court’s decision. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, he described it as influenced by “two radical left judges”. Despite the court loss, the Trump administration is expected to continue its appeal efforts and prepare other additional tariff options against several US trading partners, including the European Union.