FedEx Joins Legal Wave: Suing for Trump Tariff Refunds 🚛⚖️
The logistics giant FedEx has officially taken the US government to court! Following a landmark Supreme Court ruling that declared President Trump’s emergency tariffs under the IEEPA unauthorized, FedEx is now seeking a full refund of the additional import duties paid over the last year. 💸📦
With the court finding that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act didn't grant the power to levy these specific taxes, the floodgates have opened. FedEx joins a growing list of major players—including Costco, Revlon, and Alcoa—all looking to recover their share of the estimated $130 billion collected by the administration. 🏛️📈
Key Highlights:
The Lawsuit: FedEx named US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) as a defendant, asserting its rights as an "importer of record." 📑
Political Push: 22 Democratic Senators have already introduced legislation to mandate full refunds with interest within 180 days, prioritizing small businesses. 🏛️🕒
The Pivot: Despite the legal setback, the administration has already pivoted to a new 15% tariff under the 1974 Trade Act. 🔄
As Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns that these legal battles could drag on for years, one thing is certain: the fight over global trade costs is just heating up! 🔥🌍
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