A coalition of 25 Democratic-led US states has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking to invalidate the president's most recent round of tariffs on imports from 60 trading partners.
The legal action challenges the administration's justification for the levies, which were imposed citing alleged insufficient measures against forced labor by the affected nations.
5%, apply to a broad spectrum of international partners, including the European Union.
The tariffs, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, apply to a broad spectrum of international partners, including the European Union.
By targeting the legal basis of these duties, the states aim to halt the implementation of the trade barriers, arguing that the executive branch overstepped its authority in unilaterally imposing such widespread economic penalties.
This development marks a significant escalation in the domestic political battle over US trade policy.
The lawsuit introduces a new layer of legal risk for businesses relying on supply chains from the affected regions, particularly in Europe.