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Supreme Court Declares Trump's Tariffs Unconstitutional, Canada Strengthens Stance

2/21/2026

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U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump’s tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act are unconstitutional.
Tariffs on Canadian industries, including steel and aluminum, remain.
Trump announced a 10% tariff lasting 150 days unless Congress intervenes.
Canadian officials, including Minister Dominic LeBlanc, say the ruling strengthens Canada's stance against U.S. tariffs.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford urged continued efforts to address remaining tariffs under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Free Trade Agreement.

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U.S. Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump’s tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act are unconstitutional.
Tariffs on Canadian industries, including steel and aluminum, remain.
Trump announced a 10% tariff lasting 150 days unless Congress intervenes.
Canadian officials, including Minister Dominic LeBlanc, say the ruling strengthens Canada's stance against U.S. tariffs.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford urged continued efforts to address remaining tariffs under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Free Trade Agreement.