Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974

25 Democratic-led states sued President Donald Trump’s administration to block new tariffs on goods from 60 countries, including China and the European Union. The lawsuit argues the tariffs, imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, are illegal and part of an ongoing tariff scheme after prior penalties were invalidated by courts.

25 states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs, alleging they are a pretext to replace tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court. The tariffs, imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act, target 59 countries and the EU for insufficient action on forced labor imports, while the states argue the move is an illegal tax increase.

President Trump imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, avoiding the legal challenges that previously struck down tariffs under IEEPA. Legal experts are divided, with some arguing the broader precedent for Section 301 strengthens the administration's position, while others highlight concerns about the rushed and expansive nature of the penalties.

The Washington Post criticizes President Donald Trump's new tariffs as pretextual, arguing they are not focused on forced labor but timed to avoid expiring legal authority. The New York Times warns the U.S. risks losing its lead in AI and semiconductor technology due to Trump's relaxed export controls to China.

Small businesses and a Vernon Hills toymaker have sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on 60 trade partners, alleging arbitrary enforcement under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The lawsuits follow a prior Supreme Court ruling against similar tariffs. Justice Samuel Alito recused himself 23 times during the 2025-26 term, citing direct stock holdings.

President Donald Trump imposed new import tariffs on products from nearly 60 countries, including Canada, the European Union, and Japan, citing forced labor conditions. The tariffs replace previous global duties after a Supreme Court ruling and could affect 99.4% of imports.

The Trump administration imposed double-digit tariffs on over 60 countries using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, claiming they failed to enforce forced-labor import bans. Critics argue the tariffs replace expired temporary levies and bypass Congress, with limited evidence supporting the U.S. claims. The tariffs, set at 10% or 12.5%, face international backlash for being arbitrary.

The Trump administration imposed double-digit tariffs on 60 countries under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, citing failures to enforce forced-labor import bans. Critics argue the tariffs replace expired temporary measures and sidestep Congressional approval, with affected nations disputing the claims as arbitrary.

The Trump administration imposed double-digit tariffs on over 60 countries under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, citing failures to enforce forced-labor import bans. Critics argue the tariffs replace expired global duties and bypass Congress, with limited evidence provided to justify the measures. Affected nations, representing 99% of U.S. imports, dispute the claims as arbitrary.

The Trump administration imposed double-digit tariffs on over 60 countries using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, citing failures to enforce forced-labor import bans. Critics argue the tariffs replace expired global tariffs and sidestep Congressional oversight, with limited evidence provided for the targeted countries.

The Trump administration imposed double-digit tariffs on over 60 countries using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, citing failures to enforce forced-labor import bans. Critics argue the tariffs replace expired measures and bypass Congress, with limited evidence provided for the enforcement failures.

President Trump is imposing new tariffs on over 80 countries using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to combat forced labor and raise U.S. Treasury revenue. The tariffs range from 10% to 12.5%, and recent actions include 25% tariffs on Brazil, 50% on Canada, and up to 200% on generic drugs. The new tariffs are expected to face legal challenges.

President Trump imposes new tariffs on over 80 countries, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to combat forced labor. The tariffs are expected to generate billions for the U.S. Treasury but may face federal court challenges.

President Trump is imposing new tariffs on over 80 countries using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to combat forced labor and raise U.S. Treasury revenue. Previous tariffs include 25% on Brazil, 50% on Canada, and up to 200% on generic drugs, with the new tariffs expected to raise billions and likely face federal court challenges.

Two small businesses sued the Trump administration over new tariffs targeting forced labor, arguing the use of Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 was unlawful. The lawsuit claims the administration failed to demonstrate how the tariffs address foreign forced labor policies and asserts the tariffs disproportionately harm U.S. businesses.

President Donald Trump imposed new import tariffs on products from dozens of U.S. trading partners, citing forced labor conditions. The tariffs, effective July 24, 2026, replace temporary global tariffs and apply to 99.4% of imports from countries including Canada, the European Union, Japan, Mexico, and the United Kingdom.

President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on imports from nearly 60 countries, including Canada, the European Union, and Japan, citing forced labor conditions. The tariffs replace previous global tariffs invalidated by the Supreme Court and could affect 99.4% of imports, according to U.S. trade authorities.

President Donald Trump reimposes 10% to 12.5% tariffs on 60 countries over inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans, replacing temporary tariffs that expired Friday. The tariffs, under Section 301 of the Trade Act, target 99% of U.S. imports, with exemptions for oil, gas, fertilizer, and USMCA-eligible products. Some countries, like India, received lower tariffs after improving labor enforcement.

President Donald Trump is imposing new double-digit tariffs (10% to 12.5%) on imports from 60 trading partners, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. These tariffs replace temporary 10% levies that expired Friday, using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to justify the action after a Supreme Court ruling invalidated earlier tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

President Donald Trump is imposing new 10% to 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. These tariffs replace temporary 10% levies set to expire Friday and are authorized under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated earlier tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

The Trump administration introduced new permanent tariffs on 59 countries and the European Union to replace those struck down by the Supreme Court, based on forced labor investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The tariffs, set at 10% or 12.5% depending on a country's forced labor policies, include exemptions for certain goods and follow ongoing trade investigations.

President Donald Trump is imposing new double-digit tariffs on 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans, as temporary 10% tariffs set to expire Friday. The tariffs, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, are justified under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated earlier tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

President Donald Trump is imposing new 10% to 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of bans on goods produced by forced labor. The tariffs, effective as temporary 10% levies expire, are justified under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated earlier tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

President Donald Trump is imposing new double-digit tariffs (10% to 12.5%) on imports from 60 countries as temporary 10% levies expire Friday. The tariffs target countries allegedly failing to enforce bans on forced labor goods, using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated earlier tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

President Donald Trump is imposing 10% to 12.5% tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of bans on goods produced by forced labor. The tariffs replace temporary 10% levies set to expire Friday and are authorized under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. Some countries, like India, have seen tariff rates reduced after improving forced labor enforcement.

The Trump administration will impose 25% tariffs on many Brazilian goods, citing unfair trade practices including barriers against U.S. technology companies, ethanol restrictions, and inadequate deforestation enforcement. Exemptions for coffee and beef aim to reduce inflationary impacts, while the tariffs take effect on July 22.

The US is imposing 25% tariffs on some Brazilian imports effective July 22, citing unfair trade practices, with exemptions for coffee, beef, and aerospace parts. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized the move, blaming his rival Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro. The tariffs are under Section 301 of the Trade Act, following a US investigation into Brazil's trade practices.

The US is imposing 25% tariffs on certain Brazilian imports starting July 22, citing unfair trade practices including lax anti-corruption enforcement. Exemptions include coffee, beef, and aerospace parts. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva criticized the move, blaming his political rival Flávio Bolsonaro. The tariffs are under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, following a yearlong investigation by the U.S. Trade Representative.

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) report claims 60 economies, including the EU, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, distort trade by not enforcing import bans on goods made with forced labor. The report proposes tariffs on 99.4% of U.S. imports by value, but critics argue the findings are hypocritical and lack evidence, as the U.S. itself has not ratified the ILO's forced labor convention.

The Trump administration proposes additional tariffs of 10% or more on products from major trading partners including Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, UK, China, Japan, India, and others, citing failure to enforce forced labor import bans. The U.S. Trade Representative cited a Section 301 investigation finding 60 countries failed to prevent forced labor imports, while China denied the allegations and urged resolving disputes through dialogue. Tariffs are subject to public comment and hearings starting July 7.

The Trump administration is proposing tariffs of 10% or more on products from major trading partners including Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, the UK, China, Japan, India, Brazil, and others, citing failure to enforce a forced labor import ban. The tariffs, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aim to address forced labor practices and avoid previous Supreme Court restrictions on tariff authority.

The Trump administration proposed 25% tariffs on Brazil over 'unreasonable' trade practices, citing lax anti-corruption enforcement and unfair tariffs. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative conducted the investigation, and the plan excludes over half of U.S. imports from Brazil, including aircraft and minerals. The administration invoked Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 for the investigation.

The Supreme Court invalidated the Trump administration's broad tariff regime under IEEPA in February 2026. The USTR subsequently initiated extensive Section 301 investigations covering 99% of U.S. trade, targeting 16 economies for structural excess capacity and 60 for forced labor concerns. The administration aims to use Section 301 as a permanent mechanism for tariff authority, raising unresolved constitutional delegation questions.