Bonamici Statement on SCOTUS Tariffs Decision

WASHINGTON, DC – Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici issued the following statement regarding the SCOTUS tariffs decision:

The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision to strike down Trump’s tariffs is a significant victory for Oregonians, Americans, the economy, separation of powers, and the rule of law. Tariffs are taxes, and Donald Trump’s chaotic tariff policies have been raising costs and causing economic uncertainty. This decision sends a strong message that Congress, not the President, has the role of imposing tariffs and setting trade policy. 

Oregon is a trade-dependent state, so we have been especially hard hit by these illogical and illegal tariffs. Congratulations to Oregon’s Attorney General Dan Rayfield and Oregon Deputy Attorney General Benjamin Gutman for leading several states in their challenge to this unlawful power grab and for fighting to lower costs for Oregon consumers.