Supreme Court weighs Trumps sweeping tariff authority

Small businesses are reeling as the Supreme Court weighs whether President Trump can use emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs. Owners from Pennsylvania’s RainCaper to Ohio’s EarthQuaker Devices and California’s Cephalofair describe layoffs, surcharges and stalled plans amid whiplash tariff swings, with some rerouting shipments overseas. Lower courts have deemed many duties illegal; a high court decision could curb or cement Mr. Trump’s strategy and broader presidential power. The administration argues national security demands deference, while critics call the levies unlawful taxes borne by importers and customers.

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