25 US states sue Trump administration over new tariffs
By The BriefBrief
A coalition of 25 US states sued the Trump administration over sweeping new tariffs, seeking to block them and order refunds.
WHO:Coalition of 25 US states
WHAT:Filed a lawsuit challenging sweeping new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and seeking to block the measures and order refunds for importers.
WHEN:Reported Aug 3, 2026 at 9:31 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The states argued the president exceeded legal authority by imposing broad tariffs on dozens of trading partners under the guise of combating forced labor.
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