Bloomberg Talks California Attorney General Rob Bonta Talks Tariff Ruling
Feb 21, 2026
Rob Bonta, California Attorney General and former state legislator who leads the state’s legal actions, reacts to the Supreme Court tariff ruling. He discusses relief for businesses and consumers. He explains the path for retroactive refunds and California’s potential legal steps. He outlines limits on future tariff attempts and what accountability could look like.
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Ruling Delivered Key Relief
- Rob Bonta called the Supreme Court ruling expected and affirming, framing it as relief for consumers, workers, and small businesses.
- He said the decision exposes that the tariffs were unlawful and that affected parties deserve refunds.
File Refund Actions In Trade Court
- If your business or you paid the unlawful tariffs, file a refund action in the Court of International Trade.
- Rob Bonta expects claimants to seek refunds plus interest for money unlawfully withheld.
State-Level Refunds Are Possible
- California may pursue a refund action on behalf of the state for harms it suffered from the tariffs.
- Rob Bonta said the state is evaluating options and could transfer its Northern District case to the Court of International Trade.