US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that despite the Supreme Court’s restrictions on emergency tariff powers, the Trump administration will persist in implementing the President’s trade strategy. Greer highlighted the deployment of alternative legal tools to uphold the administration’s approach, even with potential shifts in the statutory pathway.
Speaking to Fox News, Greer mentioned that investigations under Section 301 of Unfair Trading Practices against various countries will be initiated to evaluate the imposition of tariffs if necessary. He also pointed out the retention of existing national security measures, including tariffs on auto steel and aluminum.
Greer reassured that the administration’s trade agreements negotiated under President Trump remain unaffected by the legal changes. Emphasizing continuity, he expressed confidence in the agreements that have facilitated market access and deals covering a significant portion of the global population.
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling, the administration announced a temporary 10% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 and signaled an expansion of Section 301 investigations into alleged unfair trade practices. The message from the US Trade Representative’s office underscored the administration’s commitment to reshaping global trade relationships in favor of American workers and businesses.
