President Donald Trump is advancing a new wave of tariffs, even as he faces renewed legal battles over their legitimacy, and consumers worry about higher prices.
Trump is expected to announce new tariff investigations that could lead to higher import duties worldwide. These actions follow the Supreme Court’s decision last month to overturn his previous reciprocal tariffs, prompting the president to explore alternative legal avenues.
The investigations will proceed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, which gives the president authority to impose tariffs on countries that discriminate against U.S. businesses or trade. Overseen by the U.S. Trade Representative’s office, the probes require consultations with foreign governments and opportunities for public hearings and comment before any tariffs are implemented.
The Section 301 tariffs are intended to replace the temporary 10% global duties Trump imposed last month, after the Supreme Court ruled his use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act for tariffs was unlawful.
After the Supreme Court’s decision, Trump reinstated protectionist measures by turning to other legal authorities.
