California guv, state attorney general file lawsuit to end US tariffs

California governor Gavin Newsom and the state’s attorney general Rob Bonta have filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers to enact broad-sweeping tariffs. The lawsuit requests the court to declare the tariffs imposed by Trump void and enjoin their implementation. It argues that Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs.

Apr 17, 2025 - 12:36
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California guv, state attorney general file lawsuit to end US tariffs
California governor Gavin Newsom and the state’s attorney general Rob Bonta have filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers to enact broad-sweeping tariffs. The lawsuit requests the court to declare the tariffs imposed by Trump void and enjoin their implementation. It argues that Trump lacks the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs.