Supreme Court to Rule on Trump's Tariffs Next Week, Potential $150 Billion Refund at Stake
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Ruling Delay: The U.S. Supreme Court was expected to issue a ruling on January 9 regarding Trump's global tariffs but only released an unrelated criminal opinion, postponing the tariff case decision to next week and increasing market uncertainty.
- Legal Challenge: The case, Trump v. V.O.S. Selections, Inc., questions whether Trump has the authority to impose broad tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners without congressional approval under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977, and a ruling against him could reshape future trade policy.
- Economic Impact: Should the Supreme Court strike down the tariff regime, the federal government may be required to refund between $133 billion and $150 billion in duties already collected, significantly impacting over 1,000 companies and marking a potential watershed moment in U.S. trade law.
- Contingency Plans: The Trump administration has outlined a contingency plan, indicating that if the current tariffs are invalidated, it is prepared to pursue similar trade measures under alternative legal authorities, demonstrating a strong commitment to maintaining its trade policy.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
