All In with Chris Hayes Trump tariffs found illegal by U.S. appeals court
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Aug 29, 2025 A federal appeals court recently ruled that Trump's tariffs were illegal, stirring debate about executive power versus congressional authority. The ruling could lead to a Supreme Court showdown. The hosts discuss the fallout for American businesses and the ongoing struggles post-COVID-19. They also highlight bipartisan efforts to regain control over trade policies and the dire implications of unilateral executive actions on public health decisions. The conversation touches on the intersection of politics with themes like fascism and the simplification of complex issues.
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Seek Congressional Authorization
- If the administration wants tariff authority, go to Congress and seek explicit authorization.
- Relying on dubious executive claims invites litigation and likely reversal by courts.
Rule Delays Let Policy Harm Persist
- Courts often defer to presidents on emergencies while litigation proceeds, allowing contested policies to stay in effect.
- That delay means illegal policies can cause extensive, sometimes irreversible, economic harm before being struck down.
Conservative Legal Opposition, Court Skepticism
- Conservative legal arguments can align against broad executive economic power, producing bipartisan challenges.
- But skepticism about the Supreme Court's fidelity to textualist methods remains warranted.
