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\nCalifornia has filed a federal lawsuit challenging former US President Donald Trump\u2019s sweeping tariff plan, alleging he exceeded his legal authority by imposing the duties without congressional approval.
\nGovernor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the suit on Wednesday, claiming the tariff measures violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The move seeks to block the implementation of Trump\u2019s tariffs, which have already triggered economic uncertainty.
\n\u201cPresident Trump\u2019s unlawful tariffs are wreaking chaos on California families, businesses, and our economy \u2014 driving up prices and threatening jobs,\u201d Newsom said in a statement.
\nThe legal complaint, filed in federal court, contends that IEEPA does not permit the president to impose tariffs even in a declared economic emergency. \u201cThis is the first time a president has attempted to rely on this law to impose tariffs,\u201d Newsom\u2019s office added.
\nThe tariffs, which Trump recently paused for 90 days, have reportedly affected global trade relations. While several nations have entered negotiations, the administration has also escalated duties on Chinese imports \u2014 raising them to 145% this week.
\nBonta stressed the broader impact, noting California\u2019s position as the world\u2019s fifth-largest economy. \u201cTariffs have very real consequences for Californians across our state,\u201d he said.
\nTrump has defended his actions under IEEPA, citing national security and economic concerns. However, legal experts and California officials argue the law does not authorise the imposition of trade duties.
\n\u201cSuch expansive action absent congressional approval is a clear violation of the law,\u201d said a statement from Newsom\u2019s office.
\nThe lawsuit now awaits a decision from the federal court on whether the case will proceed to trial. If successful, it could significantly limit the scope of presidential authority in trade matters going forward.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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