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Trump Slams Supreme Court Tariff Decision, Vows Trade Retaliation

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President Donald Trump on Friday denounced the U.S. Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling that struck down his emergency tariff powers as unconstitutional, calling the decision "deeply disappointing" during remarks at the White House. The president claimed foreign countries were "ecstatic" about the ruling but vowed retaliation, stating "countries won't be dancing for long."

Trump indicated he would pursue alternative trade measures, suggesting he has "methods that are even stronger available" and could generate more revenue through different approaches. He referenced broader executive authority, stating "I am allowed to cut off all trade with a country" and "I am allowed to impose an embargo." The president expressed being "absolutely ashamed" of the justices who voted against him.

The ruling represents a significant setback to Trump's trade agenda, which relied heavily on emergency powers to impose tariffs on foreign nations. The decision could reshape how future administrations approach trade policy and executive authority. Trump's threat of alternative measures, including potential embargos, signals continued tensions in international trade relations despite the court's constitutional rebuke of his tariff strategy.