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As the nation wrestles with the implications of Trump's stringent tariffs, several potential pathways exist. Legal challenges are just beginning, with lawsuits already filed to contest the legitimacy of the tariffs. Meanwhile, Congress, although historically limited in its power to reassert authority over the executive branch due to court rulings, could seek avenues to negotiate or challenge the tariffs more robustly.
In the court of public opinion, Trump's sweeping tariff strategy has drawn ire not only from trade partners but also domestically from corporate leaders and economic experts who remain skeptical about the long-term benefits of such an approach. With legal and economic consequences looming, the national discourse surrounding these tariffs is likely to evolve as events unfold.