Last mentioned: Mar 5, 2026
Anticipated Appeal
The DOJ is expected to file for a stay and appeal the CIT's refund mandate.
Supreme Court Ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court strikes down the use of IEEPA for these specific trade tariffs.
Section 122 Pivot
The administration issues a 10% across-the-board tariff under the Trade Act of 1974.
IEEPA Tariffs Imposed
President Trump levies duties on imports using emergency powers under the IEEPA.
CIT Refund Order
The Court of International Trade mandates automatic refunds for IEEPA duties paid.
The U.S. Court of International Trade has ordered U.S. Customs and Border Protection to begin automatically refunding duties collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This landmark ruling follows a Supreme Court decision striking down the tariffs and creates a complex administrative path for importers seeking to recover capital.