U.S. Refunds $100 Billion in Unlawful Trump Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion of the $166 billion collected under the 2025 'liberation day' tariffs, after the Supreme Court ruled them unconstitutional in February. U.S. Customs and Border Protection processed refunds via the CAPE system, covering over 25 million import entries. The administration is attempting to reimpose tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, which is facing new legal challenges from 25 states and small businesses.
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Trump's 2025 tariff refunds reach $100 billion, leaving $66 billion outstanding
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion of the $166 billion collected under President Donald Trump's 2025 'liberation day' tariffs, according to a court-ordered progress report filed with the U.S. Court of International Trade. The Supreme Court ruled in February that the import taxes were collected illegally, and a judge ordered their return to importers. The speed of refunds has surprised trade lawyers and analysts. Meanwhile, the administration has taken steps to reimpose similar tariffs using other legal authorities, prompting 25 states to sue on Monday, calling the new tariffs a pretext for the original levies.
Trump administration refunds $100 billion in illegal tariffs
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion of the $166 billion collected through President Donald Trump's 2025 'liberation day' tariffs, according to a court-ordered progress report filed with the U.S. Court of International Trade. The Supreme Court ruled in February that the import taxes were collected illegally using an authority the president did not possess, and a judge ordered their return to importers. The speed of refunds surprised trade lawyers and analysts, though White House officials warned further litigation could affect the process. Meanwhile, the administration has taken steps to re-create the tariffs using other legal authorities, prompting 25 states to sue on Monday, calling the new tariffs a pretext for replacing the original levies.
Trump Administration Refunds $100 Billion in Illegal Tariffs
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion of the $166 billion collected through President Donald Trump's 2025 'liberation day' tariffs, according to a court-ordered progress report filed with the U.S. Court of International Trade. The Supreme Court ruled in February that the import taxes were collected illegally, and a judge ordered their return to importers. The speed of refunds surprised trade lawyers and analysts. Meanwhile, the administration has taken steps to re-create the tariffs using other legal authorities, prompting 25 states to sue on Monday, calling the new tariffs a pretext for replacing the original levies.
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Trump Tariff Reimbursement Begins After Supreme Court Ruling
The U.S. government has allocated approximately $100 billion to reimburse companies that paid tariffs under President Trump's 'liberation day' tariffs, which were ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in February 2026. A court filing by Customs and Border Protection official Brandon Lord revealed that as of July 31, the government had received over 252,000 refund declarations for 25.1 million import entries. The total tariffs collected amounted to roughly $166 billion, meaning about 60% has been repaid so far. The filing was part of a class action lawsuit by small businesses claiming obstacles to refunds. Trump continues to defend the tariffs publicly, claiming they were 'incredible' and that he can implement them 'in a different manner.' His subsequent attempt to impose tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 is also facing legal challenges.
Trump Tariff Reimbursements Begin as $100 Billion Allocated Following Supreme Court Ruling
A court filing in the U.S. Court of International Trade reveals that as of July 31, the U.S. government has allocated approximately $100 billion to reimburse companies that paid tariffs under President Trump's 'liberation day' tariffs, which the Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional in February. Customs and Border Protection official Brandon Lord stated the government generated $166 billion from the tariffs, meaning 60% has been repaid so far, with more owed. The filing is part of a class action lawsuit by small businesses claiming obstacles to refunds. Trump continues to defend the tariffs as 'incredible' despite the legal defeat, and his new tariff attempts under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 face immediate legal challenges.
Trump Administration Repays $100 Billion in Unlawful Tariffs, Faces Further Claims
A court filing by Customs and Border Protection official Brandon Lord reveals that as of July 31, the U.S. government has allocated approximately $100 billion in refunds to companies that paid higher import fees under President Trump's 'liberation day' tariffs, which the Supreme Court ruled unconstitutional in February. The government generated $166 billion from the tariffs, meaning it still owes 40% of the collected funds. The filing responds to a class action lawsuit by small businesses claiming obstacles to obtaining refunds. Trump continues to defend the tariffs as successful, despite legal defeats and a new challenge to his attempt to impose duties under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.
US Refunds US$100 Billion in Tariffs Struck Down by Supreme Court
The United States is refunding US$100 billion in tariffs that were struck down by the Supreme Court, according to a court filing. The tariffs, originally imposed under the Trump administration, were ruled invalid by the high court. Following the ruling, former President Donald Trump has issued another round of global tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. This move underscores Trump's continued reliance on tariffs as a central pillar of his foreign and trade policies, despite criticism from analysts and legal setbacks. The refund represents a significant financial reversal and highlights ongoing legal and political battles over trade policy in the US.
US Refunds US$100 Billion in Tariffs Struck Down by Supreme Court
The United States is refunding US$100 billion in tariffs that were struck down by the Supreme Court, according to a court filing. The tariffs, originally imposed under the Trump administration, were ruled invalid. In response, former President Donald Trump has since issued another round of global tariffs under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The refund represents a significant financial reversal and highlights ongoing legal and trade policy battles over tariff authority.
Trump admin refunds $100 billion in 'liberation day' tariffs
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion of tariff revenue collected under President Trump's 2025 'liberation day' duties, which were struck down by the Supreme Court in late February. The refunds, representing about 60% of the $166 billion collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), were ordered by a federal judge. U.S. Customs and Border Protection implemented the CAPE system to process refunds, receiving over 252,000 declarations covering 25 million import entries. Trump has criticized the court ruling and is attempting to recreate the tariff regime using other legal authorities, which are already facing new court challenges. The refund process is ongoing, with over 330,000 importers affected.