Supreme Court agrees to hear Oregon's lawsuit challenging Trump's tariffs [View all]

Sep 9, 2025 / 05:16 PM PDT

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The Supreme Court of the United States agreed to hear a case on Tuesday led by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, challenging tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

Attorney General Rayfield filed the lawsuit in April in the Court of International Trade in New York.

The lawsuit argues that the president does not have the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs, rather, Congress has the power to enact tariffs under Article I of the Constitution.
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“The Supreme Court’s decision to take up this case is an important moment in our fight to keep checks and balances intact. The Constitution says that Congress—not the President—has the authority to set tariffs. Every court that’s looked at this so far has agreed with us,” Attorney General Rayfield said in a statement to KOIN 6 News.

“These tariffs have acted like a hidden tax, driving up costs for Oregon families and businesses,” Rayfield continued. “Our team is ready and prepared and we look forward to continuing to stand up for Oregonians.”

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