Trump Raises US Import Tariffs to 15% Despite Supreme Court Setback

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Feb 21, 2026 #Donald Trump tariffs, #global trade tensions, #international trade dispute, #Trump tariff increase, #US economy tariffs, #US import tariffs 15 percent, #US Supreme Court tariff ruling, #US trade policy

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Donald Trump on Saturday increased the United States’ global tariff on imports to 15 percent, pressing ahead with his protectionist trade policy just a day after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that much of the earlier tariff framework was unlawful.

The move signals Trump’s determination to continue his aggressive trade strategy despite the legal setback.

The new measure effectively doubles the baseline duty applied to many imports entering the United States and is expected to affect a wide range of trading partners.

The policy is part of Trump’s broader push to reshape global trade in favour of American industry, a central theme of his economic agenda.

Friday’s Supreme Court decision had cast doubt over the legality of several tariffs introduced under the administration’s trade programme, creating uncertainty about the future of the policy.

However, Saturday’s announcement suggests the White House is seeking ways to maintain tariffs while navigating the court ruling.

Trade analysts say the development could heighten tensions with major US trading partners and potentially trigger retaliatory measures.

The situation is also likely to intensify debates within the United States over the economic impact of tariffs on businesses, consumers and international trade relations.