By John Q. Hosedrinker 
While President-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs are unwise, they are not unconstitutional, as federal law grants the president significant power to impose them. The Supreme Court, however, has established a “major questions doctrine” that allows it to veto executive branch actions deemed too ambitious. Given the Court’s recent history of using this doctrine to strike down Biden administration policies, it remains unclear whether they will apply it to Trump’s tariffs, potentially setting a dangerous precedent for future presidents. The upcoming legal battle over tariffs presents a dilemma: a ruling against them would further empower an already powerful Court, while a ruling in favor would cause economic hardship for many Americans.
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Trump’s tariffs have been a hot topic, and for good reason. Many people are concerned that they could tank the economy, and some even think the Supreme Court might be able to step in and stop them.
It’s important to remember that the Supreme Court doesn’t have the authority to prevent Trump from enacting economic policies. Their job is to interpret the law, not make it. The real power to stop Trump lies with Congress, but they’ve been reluctant to act in the past. It’s almost as if they’re waiting for the economy to crash before they take any real action.
A lot of people are blaming Trump’s policies for the current economic troubles. They argue that his tariffs are driving up prices for consumers and hurting businesses. Others are saying that the economy was doing well under Obama, and Trump’s policies are just making things worse. But there are also those who believe that Trump’s policies are necessary to protect American jobs and businesses. They argue that tariffs are needed to level the playing field with other countries that unfairly trade with the United States.
Of course, the Supreme Court has the potential to be a barrier to Trump’s policies, even if they can’t directly stop them. If the court rules against Trump on a major issue, it could force him to change his course. It’s worth pointing out that Trump himself appointed five of the nine justices on the court, so he might think they would be on his side. But the court is still independent, and they’re not afraid to make rulings that are unpopular with the president. It’s also possible that the court could be motivated to step in if the economy tanks, because they don’t want to be blamed for the fallout.
Ultimately, the question of whether or not Trump’s tariffs will tank the economy is a complex one that is difficult to answer. There are many factors that could influence the outcome, and it’s too early to say for sure what will happen. However, it’s clear that the stakes are high, and the consequences could be significant for the United States and the global economy. It’s hard to imagine a scenario where Trump would listen to any warnings or change course, even if the economy is crumbling around him. He’s made it clear that he’s willing to gamble with the future of the country, and his supporters seem to be okay with that.