In a historic 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs were illegal, jeopardizing a pillar of the president’s second term.

The New York Times chief legal affairs correspondent Adam Liptak explains the legal logic of the ruling and its potentially seismic impacts.

Guest: Adam Liptak, chief legal affairs correspondent for The New York Times.

Background Reading:

What Happens to All These Trade Deals Now?

Trump Tariff Tracker: Latest Rates on Countries and Products

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