## White House Prepares for Tariff Showdown at the Supreme Court
The White House is preparing for a potential setback in its tariff strategy. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett revealed that the administration has contingency plans in place should the Supreme Court rule against President Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs. Here’s a quick rundown:
- Contingency Plans: The White House has discussed alternative legal authorities to maintain the trade deals currently in place, even if the Supreme Court rules against the current tariff strategy.
- Immediate Action: Hassett stated these alternative measures could be implemented “basically immediately” if needed.
- Legal Authorities: The administration is exploring other legal avenues to achieve the same trade outcomes.
- Jamieson Greer’s Involvement: U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is actively involved in developing these contingency plans.
- No Ruling Yet: The Supreme Court did not issue a ruling on the legality of the tariffs on its first decision day of 2026.
- Hassett’s Future: Hassett is also a potential candidate for the Federal Reserve chair position.
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