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Trump Eyes Supreme Court as Tariff Battle Heats Up

10/22/2025

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The U.S. President Donald Trump is considering attending Supreme Court oral arguments next month.
The case could significantly affect his trade agenda, which relies on tariffs.
Tariff revenues surged to over $200 billion, with April–September 2025 rising from $17.4 billion to $62.6 billion.
Trump defends tariffs as essential to counter unfair trade practices.
He has no backup plan if the Supreme Court rules against his tariff policy.

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Story summary

The U.S. President Donald Trump is considering attending Supreme Court oral arguments next month.
The case could significantly affect his trade agenda, which relies on tariffs.
Tariff revenues surged to over $200 billion, with April–September 2025 rising from $17.4 billion to $62.6 billion.
Trump defends tariffs as essential to counter unfair trade practices.
He has no backup plan if the Supreme Court rules against his tariff policy.