U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer appeared on CBS's "Face the Nation" to address the administration's trade policy following a Supreme Court ruling that restricted the president's ability to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
Greer clarified that while one specific authority was struck down, tariffs remain in place under other national security provisions and Section 301, which addresses unfair trading practices. He indicated that the administration will continue to conduct investigations under these existing tools to maintain trade policy continuity.
Despite some apprehension among lawmakers and concerns from trading partners like India, South Korea, and the EU, Greer asserted that the president's tariff program will persist. He noted that Congress has previously delegated significant tariff-setting authority to the president through various statutes, and the administration is open to further legislative discussions.
Greer also addressed the president's strong rhetoric against the Supreme Court justices who ruled against the administration. He explained that the president's comments were directed at foreign interests and companies that benefit from the removal of tariffs and actively lobby against them.
The Trade Representative emphasized that the administration's strategy remains focused on protecting American workers and addressing significant trade imbalances, even as global partners and domestic businesses react to the evolving tariff landscape.