Twenty-five US states file lawsuit against Trump administration over global tariffs

A coalition of 25 Democratic-led US states has launched a federal lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s administration over new import tariffs targeting 60 international trading partners, including the European Union.

The legal action, coordinated by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield's office, disputes the administration's justification that 10% to 12.5% duties imposed in July were required to fight forced labor in global supply chains. The plaintiff states assert that there is no logical connection between supply chain labor abuses and broad international levies, arguing the executive branch exceeded its statutory powers.

The lawsuit seeks a federal court ruling to declare the tariffs unlawful, block their immediate enforcement, and mandate full financial refunds for affected domestic importers.

Sources: Der Spiegel, Die Presse, DW, France24, ORF