The Indicator from Planet Money Can I get my tariff money back now?
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Feb 21, 2026 
Daniel Harberger, founder of Woof and pet products entrepreneur, shares his company’s experience paying tariffs and waiting on possible refunds. He talks about the Supreme Court ruling that struck down certain tariff authority. He discusses uncertainty over refund processes, how refunded tariffs might affect hiring and pricing, and what alternatives could keep tariffs in place.
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Court Limits Presidential Tariff Power
- The Supreme Court ruled the International Emergency Economic Powers Act doesn't authorize unlimited presidential tariffs.
- The Court said Congress must clearly delegate tariff power to the president, not leave it implied.
Tariff Authority Belongs To Congress
- The Constitution vests tariff authority in Congress, so delegations must be explicit.
- Statutes that do delegate tariff power include procedural limits, unlike the broad IEPA claim.
No 'Tariff Jazz' Allowed
- The administration's IEPA approach sought unrestricted tariff-setting speed and flexibility.
- The Court rejected that 'tariff jazz' style, emphasizing statutory limits and process.