Presidentially Imposed Tariffs
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RE: Follow-up On The New Round of Tariffs
In last week’s posting here, I offered my opinion that the two international trade statutes President Trump relied upon last month to impose new tariffs on imported goods were unconstitutional. Upon reflection, I have concluded that more explanation, from me, is necessary. The two statutes, 19 U.S.C. § 2411(b)&(c) and 19 U.S.C. §1338, plainly authorize… Continue reading
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RE: A New Round of Tariffs
On June 20, 2026, U.S. President Donald J. Trump imposed a tax on the importers of many goods from Canada, at a rate of up to 50 percent of the goods’ invoice values, pursuant to authority granted to him by the United States Congress under 19 United States Code §1338.[1] On June 23, 2026, President… Continue reading
