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Why are 25 states suing the U.S. president? | Power & Politics
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August 7, 2026
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9:00Now PlayingA coalition of 25 states has launched a major lawsuit against the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, challenging its use of Section 301 forced-labour tariffs as an unconstitutional trade tax. It comes as Trump's Aug. 19 deadline for the introduction of tariffs on Canada fast approaches, with trade talks now expected to take place daily, the CBC has learned. Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown joins Power & Politics to discuss both the high-stakes trade negotiations and the state-led legal battle.
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