Supreme Court rules against Trump's tariffs

Louisiana governor expresses disappointment over decision

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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The Supreme Court has struck down a majority of the tariffs implemented by former President Trump, a move that has drawn criticism from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry. Landry expressed his disappointment with the ruling, stating that the people elected Trump to put America first and that there can be no free trade without fair trade.

Why it matters

The Supreme Court's decision to limit Trump's tariffs is a significant setback for the former president's 'America First' economic policies, which aimed to protect American industries through the use of trade barriers. Landry's reaction highlights the ongoing political debate over the role of tariffs and trade policy in supporting domestic industries.

The details

In a ruling on Friday, the Supreme Court struck down a bulk of the tariffs implemented by former President Trump. The tariffs were a key part of Trump's economic agenda, which sought to protect American industries and workers through the use of trade barriers.

  • The Supreme Court ruling was issued on February 20, 2026.

The players

Jeff Landry

The governor of Louisiana who expressed disappointment over the Supreme Court's ruling against Trump's tariffs.

Donald J. Trump

The former president who implemented the tariffs that were struck down by the Supreme Court.

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What they’re saying

“It's disappointing to see the Supreme Court strike down President Trump's tariffs.”

— Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana (cenlanow.com)

“The people overwhelmingly elected Donald J. Trump because he promised to put America First.”

— Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana (cenlanow.com)

“There can be no free trade without fair trade. I'm confident the President and his team will continue to fight for a stronger economy that best serves our Nation and her people.”

— Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana (cenlanow.com)

What’s next

The Supreme Court's ruling is likely to have significant implications for the future of trade policy in the United States, and it remains to be seen how the Biden administration and Congress will respond.

The takeaway

The Supreme Court's decision to limit Trump's tariffs highlights the ongoing debate over the role of trade policy in supporting domestic industries and the broader economy. While Landry and other supporters of Trump's 'America First' approach are disappointed, the ruling may pave the way for a more balanced approach to trade that takes into account the interests of both consumers and producers.