Court Rules Trump's 10% Tariffs Unlawful Again
The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump's global 10% tariffs are unlawful, stating that the administration misinterpreted the legal basis for the tariffs under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. In a 2-1 decision, the court found that only two small businesses and the state of Washington had standing to challenge the tariffs, leaving the injunction limited to those plaintiffs. The ruling marks the second time Trump's tariff regime has been deemed illegal, with the court emphasizing that the term 'balance-of-payments deficits' does not equate to a 'trade deficit' as argued by the Trump administration.
Federal Judge Finds 340B Program Exploited by Hospitals
A federal judge has ruled that the 340B healthcare program, which provides discounted medications to qualifying nonprofit hospitals, is being exploited, leading to financial losses for drug manufacturers and patients. Keith Harvey, CEO of Scenic Rivers Health in Minnesota, expressed concerns about the administrative burdens associated with the program, while state Sen. Matt Klein emphasized its critical importance for hospitals facing financial challenges. Experts have noted that the program, originally intended to assist facilities serving low-income patients, may now primarily benefit larger hospital and pharmacy chains.
Senator Mark Kelly Gains Prominence Amid Military Policy Dispute
Senator Mark Kelly, a Democrat from Arizona and former astronaut, is gaining national prominence as he opposes the Trump administration's military policies, particularly after advising troops to disobey illegal orders. A federal appeals court is expected to reject Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's attempt to punish Kelly for these comments, which have been labeled 'seditious' by Hegseth. Kelly has raised over $25 million in the past six months amid this controversy, as he seriously considers a presidential run in 2028.
