Trump’s Tariffs Challenge | Small Businesses Fight Back in Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s tariffs, initially aimed at strengthening American manufacturing, are now being challenged by small business owners who say the policies have done the opposite. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear their case on November 5, marking a crucial test for Trump’s trade strategy.
Small Businesses Struggle Under Tariffs
David Levi, founder of MicroKits in Charlottesville, Virginia, teaches children STEM skills through electronic kits. But rising import costs under Trump’s tariffs have forced him to raise prices, delay new projects, and even consider moving production overseas.
“If tariffs keep changing every month, planning ahead becomes impossible,” Levi said. His story reflects a broader frustration among small businesses impacted by unpredictable trade rates.
Legal Challenges Gain Momentum
Levi isn’t alone. Companies from Vermont, Illinois, and New York are also challenging the tariffs, claiming that Trump exceeded his legal authority.
“These tariffs threaten the very existence of small businesses like mine,” said Victor Owen Schwartz, a wine importer from New York. “I was shocked that larger corporations stayed silent.”
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Joins the Fight
Major organizations, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Consumer Technology Association, have sided with the challengers, telling the Court that the legality of these tariffs is “of paramount importance” for business stability.
What’s Next?
The Supreme Court’s decision could reshape U.S. trade policy for years to come. For entrepreneurs like Levi, it could mean the difference between staying in America or relocating production abroad.
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