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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 chaotic few days have left state administrators scrambling to determine next steps.
A transparency lawsuit against DOGE was paused, delaying the release of internal documents and raising accountability questions.
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.
Conservative justices emphasized fiscal responsibility and limiting judicial overreach, while liberal justices warned of harm to schools and students due to sudden funding cuts.