25 States File Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Forced Labor Tariffs
Twenty-five U.S. states have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the imposition of new tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. These tariffs, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, target countries accused of not adequately addressing imports produced by forced labor. The states argue that the tariffs are a pretext to reinstate import taxes previously struck down by the Supreme Court. The lawsuit, filed in the US Court of International Trade, seeks to have the tariffs declared unlawful and to obtain refunds for duties paid. The administration defends the tariffs as a necessary measure to protect U.S. commerce. 
