U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his discontent over a recent Supreme Court ruling that deemed his tariffs illegal, labeling the decision a “disgrace” during a breakfast meeting with governors at the White House.
According to sources familiar with his remarks, Trump indicated that he has a backup plan in place. Administration officials had anticipated a potential loss at the Supreme Court, assuring the president that alternative methods would be available to implement tariffs if the court ruled against him.
In recent weeks, Trump has reportedly voiced his frustration in private discussions, criticizing the Supreme Court for taking too long to reach a decision. He speculated on the court’s ruling, suggesting that he believed it would not go against the tariffs given the significant stakes involved.
The Supreme Court’s ruling on February 20 declared Trump’s extensive global tariffs illegal. These tariffs, announced in April 2025, targeted nearly all countries, imposing rates ranging from 10% to 50% on imports to the U.S. based on their country of origin, aimed at addressing the U.S. trade deficit.
The methodology used by Trump to establish these tariffs raised eyebrows among many observers, with some suggesting that it may have been influenced by artificial intelligence tools. Economists have criticized the approach as lacking a solid foundation.
The European Union is currently conducting a thorough analysis of the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the illegality of Trump’s tariffs.
President Trump criticized the Supreme Court's ruling against his tariffs, calling it a 'disgrace' while indicating he has alternative plans. The ruling, which declared the tariffs illegal, has drawn scrutiny from various sectors, including the European Union.