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Appeals Court to Review Trump's Controversial Tariffs

8/7/2025

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The U.S. Court of Appeals is set to scrutinize President Trump's tariffs, which critics claim violate the Constitution by bypassing Congress's exclusive power over tariffs. The New Civil Liberties Alliance is pushing for a ruling that deems these tariffs unlawful, highlighting the urgent need for explicit congressional approval in such economic measures.

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The U.S. Court of Appeals is set to scrutinize President Trump's tariffs, which critics claim violate the Constitution by bypassing Congress's exclusive power over tariffs. The New Civil Liberties Alliance is pushing for a ruling that deems these tariffs unlawful, highlighting the urgent need for explicit congressional approval in such economic measures.