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Supreme Court Considers $90 Billion Tariff Refunds Debate

11/6/2025

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The Supreme Court weighs refunds of nearly $90 billion in tariffs if it rules against the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett warned the reimbursement process could be a mess.
Neal Katyal, representing small businesses, said only those directly involved would receive refunds.
Others would face a complicated appeals process.
Investment banks are seeking to broker deals with importers by offering cash for a share of refunds.

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The Supreme Court weighs refunds of nearly $90 billion in tariffs if it rules against the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett warned the reimbursement process could be a mess.
Neal Katyal, representing small businesses, said only those directly involved would receive refunds.
Others would face a complicated appeals process.
Investment banks are seeking to broker deals with importers by offering cash for a share of refunds.