Economy

FedEx sues Trump administration to reclaim tariffs struck down by Supreme Court

February 24, 2026

FedEx has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration seeking a full refund of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, following a recent Supreme Court ruling that declared these tariffs unlawful. This lawsuit is notable as it is the first significant attempt by a major corporation to reclaim part of the estimated $175 billion in tariffs that were deemed illegal.

US President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference in the Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 20, 2026

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FedEx seeks a full refund of tariffs deemed illegal by the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court ruled that Trump overstepped his authority in imposing the tariffs.
The lawsuit was filed at the US Court of International Trade.
FedEx's action may lead to similar claims from other companies affected by the tariffs.
The tariffs in question were imposed on imports from most countries last April.

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FedEx sues Trump administration to reclaim tariffs struck down by Supreme Court

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