The United States Court of Appeals delivered a historic ruling this Friday, declaring that most of the tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump lacked legal grounds, as they exceeded the powers granted to the Executive by the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). 

However, the ruling does not immediately remove the measures, since the judges ordered that the tariffs remain in effect until October 14, allowing time for the current administration or other parties to appeal to the Supreme Court. The decision represents a significant blow to Trump’s economic strategy, which sought to pressure China and other trade partners through the imposition of tariff barriers.

According to the judges, the widespread application of these tariffs went beyond the authority granted by Congress, setting a precedent of major importance for future trade policies. Experts warn that this outcome could have profound consequences on international negotiations, as it raises doubts about the validity of protectionist measures and forces the current administration to urgently review its trade stance.

At the same time, the ruling opens the door to multimillion-dollar compensation claims from companies affected during recent years. The news sparked immediate reactions in Washington and on Wall Street, where analysts caution that the ruling could impact markets in the coming weeks, particularly in sectors dependent on the import of raw materials and technology. The case now rests in the hands of lawyers who must decide whether to appeal to the Supreme Court, a legal battle that could shape the future of U.S. economic policy for years to come.