Watch: Trump's Full Response to Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision | WSJ

Trump condemns AIPA tariff ruling as 'deeply disappointing'

He expressed shame toward certain justices while praising Thomas, Alito, and Kavanaugh for their dissent, claiming foreign countries were "dancing in the streets" over the decision.

Ruling confirms broader embargo powers but blocks fees

He noted the paradox that while he cannot charge even $1 under AIPA, the decision affirms his right to impose embargoes, block trade, or license imports without fees.

Alternative statutes provide stronger tariff authority

He cited Justice Kavanaugh's dissent noting that other laws like the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 and Trade Act of 1974 still authorize tariffs and might justify even higher duties than previously imposed.

New 10% global tariff imposed under Section 122

Effective immediately, Trump announced a 10% universal tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, applied atop existing duties.

Existing national security tariffs remain in force

All current Section 232 national security tariffs and Section 301 duties remain fully in place and unaffected by the ruling.

New investigations launched under Section 301

The administration is initiating multiple Section 301 investigations to address unfair trading practices by other countries.

Stock market records cited as proof of tariff success

Trump cited the Dow reaching 50,000 and S&P 500 hitting 7,000 as proof that tariffs drove economic success contrary to predictions of Nobel Prize-winning economists.

Steel industry revival attributed to trade protection

He shared an anecdote about a Georgia steel plant resuming double shifts and hiring sprees after tariffs stopped "foreign junk" from entering the market.

Tariffs credited with reducing fentanyl and ending wars

He claimed tariffs reduced fentanyl imports by 30% and helped settle eight conflicts including India-Pakistan tensions, with the Pakistani Prime Minister allegedly crediting him with saving 35 million lives.