Statement from Congressman Adam on Supreme Court Tariff Ruling

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  Congressman Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement:

“Today, the Supreme Court ruled in a 6-3 decision that President Trump’s tariffs represent an unconstitutional expansion of executive power and that his reciprocal tariffs on nearly every country are illegal. After months of uncertainty caused by his shifting tariff policies, this decision marks an important step toward lowering costs for those in our state and across the country. 

“Today's ruling is a powerful reminder of the weight of the rule of law. Upholding the coequal branches of government keeps our democracy stable. As Trump tries to consolidate powers reserved to Congress under Article I of the Constitution, this decision demonstrates that his authoritarian overreach will not be tolerated in the United States of America. There are constraints to Trump’s power, and we will not stand idly by and allow him to jeopardize our nation’s stability.” 

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