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Georgetown legal experts analyze the first-ever use of the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act’s Section 338 by President Trump and the potential for court disputes.
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For the first time in history, President Donald Trump has used Section 338 of the 1930 Tariff Act to impose steep tariffs on Canadian imports, escalating trade tensions with one of America's closest partners.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 7:17 PM
politics
The Trump administration announced new tariffs targeting Canadian cultural imports, invoking a rarely used 1930 tariff law amid ongoing trade tensions.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 7:47 PM
world
US President Donald Trump signed orders on July 20, 2026, to impose new 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian products, citing discriminatory trade practices by Canada against American goods.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 10:17 PM
world
As the US marks 250 years since its founding, renewed tariff measures under Donald Trump recall past protectionist policies yet face scrutiny for their broader economic effects.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 10, 2026, 11:33 PM
politics
The White House accuses Canada of discriminatory trade actions as President Trump approves steep tariffs based on an outdated section of the Smoot-Hawley Act.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 3:02 AM
politics
The White House accuses Canada of discriminatory trade actions as President Trump escalates tariffs on Canadian goods, despite legal challenges to the underlying tariff authority.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 1:50 AM
politics
About two dozen Democratic-controlled states have filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's recently announced tariffs, citing procedural violations and referencing a prior Supreme Court ruling.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 9:40 PM
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Democratic concerns about expanding President Trump's tariff powers are slowing Senate progress on a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill and threatening near-unanimous support for Ukraine.
Washington Times News | Aug 2, 2026, 5:59 PM
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After a Supreme Court setback, Donald Trump has turned to new legal tools to impose tariffs on countries including Canada and China, raising concerns about broad presidential trade powers.
Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 12:44 PM
politics
New tariffs announced under various trade sections are expected to impose significant costs on U.S. households, continuing a trend of increased trade protectionism.
Reason | Jul 31, 2026, 11:54 AM
world
The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 passed the Senate with strong support and now moves to the House of Representatives, potentially impacting countries continuing to buy Russian oil.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 7:05 AM
politics
President Trump calls for expanding the Graham Sanctioning Russia Act to include tariff powers on Iran, complicating the bill’s progress as it heads to a House vote.
The Hill | Jul 29, 2026, 9:39 PM
world
Malaysia has achieved a 10% US tariff rate under Section 301 of the US Trade Act, positioning it ahead of several Southeast Asian countries, though economists caution this advantage depends on ongoing trade reforms.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 9:05 AM
politics
Economist David Hebert highlights the long-term damage to US trustworthiness from Trump’s tariff actions, urging congressional reforms to limit discretionary tariff authority.
Reason | Jul 27, 2026, 7:37 AM
politics
Recent tariffs announced by President Trump, including a 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods, are drawing criticism and may impact Republican candidates as Democrats highlight economic consequences.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 9:18 AM
world
The Trump administration has imposed a 12.5% tariff on Australian exports to the US, citing Australia's enforcement of laws against forced labour. Australian businesses and officials express concern over the impact on trade and investment.
ABC Australia News | Jul 24, 2026, 7:16 AM
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New tariffs replacing an earlier 10% duty have drawn criticism from trading partners including the EU and Canada over the forced labour justification.
Guardian US | Jul 24, 2026, 6:38 AM
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The tariffs, ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent, target dozens of countries amid controversy over their legal basis and economic impact.
Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 5:14 AM
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New tariffs targeting forced labor violations will take effect Friday, following a Supreme Court ruling and an investigation under the Trade Act of 1974.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 24, 2026, 4:07 AM
us
The Trump administration enacts fresh tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on major US trading partners and others, citing forced labor concerns and economic protectionism.
Guardian US | Jul 24, 2026, 3:58 AM
politics
American businesses face confusion as tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump expire with no clear guidance on future trade policy.
Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 9:26 PM
general
The Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 faces criticism for imposing steep tariffs that could harm American families without compelling Russia to change its behavior.
Fox News Latest | Jul 23, 2026, 10:24 AM
world
The United States plans to impose fresh tariffs on multiple countries amid the expiration of President Trump's temporary global duties, with significant levies announced on Brazilian and Canadian goods.
CNA Latest News | Jul 22, 2026, 1:41 AM