Trump's Tariffs Back On: Appeals Court Decision Creates Uncertainty for Canada

US Appeals Court Temporarily Allows Trump Tariffs, Impacting Canadian Goods Washington, D.C. - A U.S. federal appeals court issued a decision on Thursday that temporarily allows President Donald Trump to continue collecting tariffs on Canadian goods. This decision comes after a lower court had previously blocked the tariffs, citing concerns about their legality and the lack of evidence for a national emergency. International trade lawyer Martha Harrison, featured in a CBC News video, explains that the appeals court's decision is not an endorsement of the tariffs' legality. Instead, it allows the tariffs to remain in place while both sides present their full arguments in court. "What the court of appeal did is it has not concluded that the trade tribunal was incorrect. What it has done is it has said we're going to hold on this decision and we're going to allow both parties to argue their case in court." The temporary reinstatement of the tariffs has immediate implications for Canadian businesses. The uncertainty surrounding the tariffs' long-term future could impact investment decisions and cross-border trade. While the Trump administration has indicated it plans to continue its tariff strategy regardless of legal challenges, the situation remains fluid and will likely continue to unfold in the coming months. The video also highlights the lack of data to support the claim that the tariffs were necessary to address a national emergency. This uncertainty creates challenges for businesses and consumers alike as they navigate the fluctuating trade landscape. The case is expected to reach the Supreme Court for a final ruling.