In a stunning rebuke to protectionist policies, the United States Supreme Court has invalidated tariffs imposed under Trump’s administration, sparking cheers from Indian opposition leaders.
AAP Rajya Sabha member Ashok Mittal led the applause, providing context on the tariff saga. Initially slashed to 18% under an India-US interim deal, tariffs ballooned to 50% on August 27, 2025. The court’s 6-3 decision, backed by Trump-nominated justices, ruled these hikes contravened 1970 legislation.
Mittal expressed gratitude: ‘This is a significant victory. Tariffs could now fall to 10%, benefiting global commerce.’
RJD’s Manoj Kumar Jha criticized the Indian government’s silence, pointing out the breach of Rajya Sabha norms where ministers typically clarify post-statement.
RJD’s Patna spokesperson Mrityunjay Tiwari highlighted Trump’s defiance, warning of potential non-compliance.
Congress’s Surendra Rajput shifted focus to practical impacts: ‘Forget US court drama—does 18% help our exporters? BJP celebrants should note America’s free judiciary versus Rahul Gandhi’s Gujarat conviction, a blot on our system.’
The verdict arrives amid tense trade negotiations, potentially easing pressures on Indian industries hit by US duties. Analysts predict stabilized supply chains and renewed investor confidence, marking a win for rule-of-law advocates.