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DOJ's Tariff Claims Reveal Worry Over Trump Case

8/16/2025

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Matt Ford critiques the DOJ's arguments in V.O.S. Selections v. Trump regarding tariff authority.
He suggests the DOJ's claims indicate concern over losing the case, referencing Solicitor General Sauer's statements.
Ford asserts that tariffs negatively impact U.S. consumers and forecasts a recession if they are eliminated.

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Matt Ford critiques the DOJ's arguments in V.O.S. Selections v. Trump regarding tariff authority.
He suggests the DOJ's claims indicate concern over losing the case, referencing Solicitor General Sauer's statements.
Ford asserts that tariffs negatively impact U.S. consumers and forecasts a recession if they are eliminated.