The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that the President does not have unilateral authority to impose sweeping, across‑the‑board tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Because IEEPA does not explicitly authorize tariff‑setting, most tariffs issued under those emergency powers (including broad country‑wide tariffs impacting China, Mexico, Canada, and the EU) were invalidated.
Importantly, sector‑specific tariffs imposed under other authorities, like steel and aluminum under Section 232, remain in place. Politico.
What the Administration Announced
In a press conference following the ruling, President Trump stated he would:
The administration emphasized that tariffs remain central to its economic strategy despite the Supreme Court’s limitations on emergency‑based actions. NBC.
The tariff environment is entering a period of recalibration. While emergency authorities were constrained, the administration is pivoting to narrower, legally defined tools such as Section 122 and Section 301.
For businesses, the immediate impact may be limited — but the near‑term landscape could shift again quickly. Additional updates are anticipated over the next few days as agencies clarify enforcement timelines and administrative procedures.
How DIZPOT Is Supporting You
In times of uncertainty, consistent communication matters.
DIZPOT’s logistics, procurement, and compliance teams are actively monitoring federal announcements, court updates, and carrier guidance to ensure you have the information needed to make confident, informed decisions.
Our commitment remains the same:
To keep our ear to the ground, stay proactive, and give you clear and actionable guidance as changes unfold.
We expect more detail over the weekend and early next week. As soon as we have confirmed information on timing, implementation, or carrier impacts, we will publish another brief.
In the meantime, customers do not need to take any action. If you have questions, our team is here to assist.