Trump administration officials doubled down Sunday on their commitment to maintaining tariffs, according to CNBC. A federal appeals court has temporarily paused that decision, giving the administration time to prepare for a legal battle that could reach the Supreme Court. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told Fox News Sunday that the tariffs “are not going away." National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett expressed confidence on ABC News’ “This Week” that the high court would uphold the tariffs, adding that alternate legal pathways exist if needed. Trump argued that a court defeat would destroy U.S. leverage in trade negotiations and lead to “economic ruination.” The White House maintains that the tariffs are essential to enforcing reciprocal trade and protecting U.S. industry.
