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Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs, Schumer Celebrates

2/20/2026

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) praised the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling invalidating many of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.
He said the decision is a victory for American consumers and the economy.
Chief Justice John Roberts noted that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize tariffs without congressional approval.
Schumer urged President Donald Trump to end the trade war and provide relief to families and businesses.

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) praised the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling invalidating many of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.
He said the decision is a victory for American consumers and the economy.
Chief Justice John Roberts noted that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize tariffs without congressional approval.
Schumer urged President Donald Trump to end the trade war and provide relief to families and businesses.