Twelve US states, led by New York, have filed a lawsuit against President Trump over his imposition of tariffs, claiming he exceeded his powers by not seeking congressional approval.
The lawsuit challenges Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs on various countries.
“Once again, Democrats like Letitia James are prioritizing a witch hunt against President Trump over protecting the safety and wellbeing of their constituents,” White House spokesman Kush Desai wrote exclusively to Fox News Digital. “The Trump Administration remains committed to using its full legal authority to confront the distinct national emergencies our country is currently facing—both the scourge of illegal migration and fentanyl flows across our border and the exploding annual U.S. goods trade deficit.”
The White House defended Trump’s actions, stating that the law does give him the authority to address national security threats.
California also recently sued the administration over the tariffs, arguing that Trump lacks the power to impose them under the IEEPA.
“The president does not have the power to raise taxes on a whim,” said New York Attorney General Letitia James. “His tariffs are unlawful and, if not stopped, they will lead to more inflation, unemployment, and economic damage.”
Source: Fox News