US Supreme Court Weighs Trump Administration Emergency Tariffs Impacting Global Trade

The Trump administration has notably influenced the enforcement priorities of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), shifting focus away from disparate impact claims toward intentional discrimination, with a strong emphasis on disability, pregnancy accommodations, harassment, and retaliation cases. The administration's policy changes have also heightened scrutiny around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs due to concerns over "reverse discrimination" claims. Concurrently, the Trump administration is actively engaged with the U.S. Supreme Court, which is currently considering emergency requests on various policies including limiting passport sex designations and ending Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans. A significant Supreme Court case involves the legality of President Trump's country-specific tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), with the Court's decision potentially impacting billions in tariffs and trade deals; the appeals court recently ruled that the President lacks authority to impose such tariffs under IEEPA. Legal experts warn that a Supreme Court ruling affirming broad presidential emergency powers could undermine Congressional authority and reshape the balance of power in U.S. governance. These developments reflect a broader judicial and administrative trend under the Trump administration toward redefining the scope of executive power and regulatory enforcement.