The Irish Times view on Trump’s tariffs: a serious blow from the Supreme Court

The Irish Times view on Trump’s tariffs: a serious blow from the Supreme Court


The decision by the US supreme court to rule that a key part of president Donald Trump’s tariffs programme was illegal is a key moment in the presidency. It is the first time Trump has faced serious pushback from the court, an encouraging indication that the division of powers in the US constitution still means something. The European Parliament, where a key committee will assess the deal on Monday, and EU member states will want clarity from the US on the plans for the new global tariff and how it would fit in with existing charges.


Published at: 2026-02-22 20:44:00

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