Tariffs are Trump’s favourite foreign policy tool. Supreme Court could change how he uses them

Synopsis As President Trump’s aggressive stance on tariffs comes under scrutiny by the Supreme Court, a pivotal decision looms that could limit his executive power. Trump believes a negative ruling would adversely affect the nation’s interests. Meanwhile, the Justice Department stands firm, arguing that such measures are essential for both national security and the economy. President Donald Trump sees tariffs – or the threat of them – as a powerful tool to bend nations to his will. He has used them in an unprecedented way, not only as the underpinning of his economic agenda, but also as the cornerstone of…