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DOJ Seeks Four-Month Delay on Tariff Refunds After Missing Court Deadline
The administration promised courts that refunds would be simple if the tariffs lost — now it's calling the same process too complex to rush
The administration promised courts that refunds would be simple if the tariffs lost — now it's calling the same process too complex to rush
Three Trump-appointed justices split as the court rules IEEPA does not authorize presidential tariff power, leaving billions in refunds unresolved
Ninth Circuit upholds lower court finding that DHS secretary exceeded authority, but Supreme Court stay keeps termination in effect
The chief justice suggested the court's "major questions doctrine" might apply directly to the case.
A transparency lawsuit against DOGE was paused, delaying the release of internal documents and raising accountability questions.
Lower courts ruled the administration lacks statutory authority for mass layoffs and agency reorganizations.
The decision addressed legal challenges over dismissals initiated by President Trump, sparking debate on executive power and agency independence.
The decision leaves states and schools facing uncertainty, with many cutting back on teacher training and curriculum development due to halted funds.