"The White House had been relying on the circa $300 billion-a-year in revenues to help fund a raft of policies, from tariff rebate checks to corporate tax writeoffs in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. But the court ruling threw a wrench into the works: The justices ruled the administration could not impose tariffs under the authority of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)."
"CBO director Phill Swagel reported primary deficits-not accounting for changes in the economy-will be $1.6 trillion larger over the next decade compared to projections prior to the ruling. And of course, a fall in income means a renewed reliance on borrowing: The CBO estimates outlays for interest will be $400 billion higher between 2026 and 2036."
"In the most recent outlook, we projected that changes in trade policy since January 2025 would temporarily raise the rate of inflation, reduce real investment, lower the level of real gross domestic product (GDP), and reduce employment. The termination of IEEPA tariffs dampens those effects."
The Supreme Court invalidated most tariffs implemented by the Trump administration in 2025, ruling they violated the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This eliminated approximately $300 billion in annual revenue the White House planned to use for various policies. The administration responded by imposing a 10% global duty, but the Congressional Budget Office estimates primary deficits will increase by $1.6 trillion over the next decade. Interest payment outlays are projected $400 billion higher through 2036, bringing total deficit increases to $2 trillion for 2026-2036. However, the tariff elimination reduces projected inflation, supports real investment, and maintains employment levels compared to previous trade policy impacts.
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