Twenty-five US states sue Trump administration over new global tariffs

A legal challenge has been launched by 25 US states against the administration of President Donald Trump over recently implemented tariffs targeting 60 foreign trading partners, including the European Union.

The lawsuit, led by Democratic state officials and announced by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield's office, focuses on import duties of 10% to 12.5% introduced in July. While the administration cited combating forced labor in global supply chains as justification, the petitioning states argue there is "no factual connection between the alleged problem of forced labor in international supply chains and sweeping global tariffs."

The coalition contends the executive branch overstepped its statutory authority. The plaintiffs are asking a federal court to declare the duties illegal, stop their enforcement, and require full refunds for affected importers.

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