SaralnamaUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration has a backup plan if the Supreme Court rejects Trump's tariffs. Bessent is confident the court will support the government. He is preparing a legal brief highlighting trade imbalances and fentanyl issues. Today: Bessent announces Plan B. From now: Legal brief preparation begins. Until: Supreme Court decision awaited. Next: Possible implementation of backup plan if court overturns tariffs. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 07:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration has a backup plan if the Supreme Court rejects Trump's tariffs
- Bessent is confident the court will support the government
- He is preparing a legal brief highlighting trade imbalances and fentanyl issues