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Trump tariffs, court challenges, and economic fallout

The Trump administration's sweeping tariff policies are facing significant legal and political pushback, with 25 states filing a lawsuit arguing the latest round of import taxes are an unlawful attempt to replace levies previously struck down by the Supreme Court. Economic effects are being felt broadly, with concerns rising even among Trump supporters in key states like Michigan over higher costs for goods and cars. Meanwhile, related legal battles continue on other fronts, including a court ruling against the administration's termination of a clean energy funding program. Labor market data shows jobless claims ticking up slightly, though layoffs remain historically low, leaving the overall economic picture mixed.

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