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There has been a seismic shift in U.S. trade policy. On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant the President the authority to impose tariffs. In the world of cross-border logistics, this means sweeping changes for importers, customs brokers, and shippers relying on international trade lanes.

This article explains what could happen if the Supreme Court rules that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) are unlawful, and — critically — how importers can protect their right to recover duties already paid. Refunds are not automatic. You must preserve your claim now.