The IEEPA and Section 122 tariff CASEs
Protecting American Businesses and the Constitution
The Liberty Justice Center is defending American businesses, consumers, and the separation of powers against sweeping global tariffs imposed using false emergencies and without clear authorization from Congress.
our goal
Reining In Rogue Tariffs, Restoring Constitutional Power
The Constitution gives Congress—not the President—the power to impose tariffs and tax the American people. When administrations attempt to sidestep that limit through vague emergency statutes or outdated trade laws, they threaten both our economy and the rule of law. Through strategic, precedent‑setting litigation, the Liberty Justice Center is ensuring that tariffs follow the Constitution.
IEEPA Tariffs Case
VOS Selections v. Trump
Under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), the Trump administration claimed “emergency” power to slap tariffs on most imports—without Congressional approval—driving up costs, disrupting supply chains, and threatening jobs. The Liberty Justice Center sued, and the U.S. Supreme Court agreed, striking down the IEEPA tariffs and confirming the President cannot unilaterally rewrite the nation’s tariff schedule.
section 122 Tariffs Case
Burlap & Barrel v. Trump
After the Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs, the administration tried reimposing 10-15% global tariffs under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, citing vague “payments problems” despite no real emergency. The Liberty Justice Center’s lawsuit argues Section 122 permits only narrow, temporary fixes—not open-ended presidential tariffs—preserving Congress’s constitutional trade role.
Project TERRA Will Work to Get Businesses Refunds
Now that the Supreme Court upheld our challenge to the IEEPA tariffs and allowed refunds, Project TERRA will help small businesses claim back what they paid—clearly, quickly, and at no cost for using our resources.
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