Trump Supreme Court Tariff Ruling 2026: President Warns U.S. is 'Screwed'
President Trump warned on Jan 12, 2026, that the U.S. faces economic ruin if the Supreme Court rules against his tariffs. Insights on the Trump Supreme Court tariff ruling 2026.
Trillions of dollars hang in the balance. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on January 12, 2026, stating that the United States will be "screwed" if the Supreme Court rules against his flagship tariff policies.
Trump Supreme Court Tariff Ruling 2026: Economic Chaos Looming?
In a post on Truth Social, Trump claimed that hundreds of billions of dollars would need to be paid back to companies if the court strikes down the levies. He added that when factoring in the "payback" for investments made to avoid these tariffs, the total cost could reach trillions of dollars. "It would be a complete mess, and almost impossible for our Country to pay," the President warned.
Skepticism Over IEEPA Emergency Powers
The legal battle centers on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Trump invoked this act to impose reciprocal tariffs on partners like Mexico, Canada, and China. However, during oral arguments in November, several conservative and liberal justices appeared skeptical of whether the act truly grants such broad authority.
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