The U.S. Supreme Court issued three opinions on Wednesday but stopped short of delivering a decision on the closely watched case challenging President Donald Trump’s global tariff policy.
The court did not indicate when it will next release rulings and, as is customary, provided no advance notice on which cases may be decided on future dates.
The tariffs dispute is widely seen as a critical test of presidential authority and the Supreme Court’s readiness to set boundaries on executive power since Trump returned to office in January 2025. A final ruling is expected to carry far-reaching consequences for international trade and the global economy.
During oral arguments on November 5, justices across the ideological spectrum voiced doubts about the legal foundation of the tariffs. The measures were imposed under a 1977 statute designed for national emergencies, raising questions about whether that law can legitimately justify broad trade actions.
Trump’s administration is appealing earlier lower-court decisions that found he overstepped his authority by introducing tariffs that affected almost all major U.S. trading partners. The outcome of the appeal will determine whether the sweeping tariffs can remain in place or face further legal constraints.
