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Toy Company Sues Trump Over Tariffs, Faces $14M Loss

12/18/2025

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Learning Resources, a family-owned toy company near Chicago, is suing the Trump administration over tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
The company says the tariffs are illegal and will cost a $14 million bill in 2025.
Stephen Woldenberg, senior vice-president of Learning Resources, says the tariffs disrupt operations and hinder product development.
The company has shifted some production to India.
A Supreme Court ruling is anticipated soon.

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Learning Resources, a family-owned toy company near Chicago, is suing the Trump administration over tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
The company says the tariffs are illegal and will cost a $14 million bill in 2025.
Stephen Woldenberg, senior vice-president of Learning Resources, says the tariffs disrupt operations and hinder product development.
The company has shifted some production to India.
A Supreme Court ruling is anticipated soon.