Supreme Court Tariffs Ruling Is Victory for Constitution, Hillman Says
Bloomberg Markets and Finance
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February 20, 2026 at 05:00 PM UTC
Bullish
90% Confidence
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Key Points
- Supreme Court ruled against Trump's tariffs, stating the President exceeded authority under IEEPA.
- Jennifer Hillman emphasized this as a victory for American consumers and the US Constitution, clarifying Congress's power over tariffs.
- The ruling limits the President's ability to unilaterally impose broad tariffs, reducing trade uncertainty.
AI Summary
The Supreme Court struck down former President Trump's tariffs, ruling that the President exceeded his authority by using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) for 'reciprocal' duties. Georgetown Law Professor Jennifer Hillman views this as a significant victory for American consumers and the US Constitution, reaffirming Congress's sole power to impose tariffs.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bullish | 90% |
| Consensus | Bullish | 90% |