Brussels: The European Commission is seeking clarification from the White House after the US Supreme Court ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority in imposing sweeping tariffs.
The court decided that the president cannot use emergency powers to impose broad import duties. It said the US Constitution gives Congress the power to levy taxes and tariffs.
The ruling raises questions about the EU-US trade deal signed last July between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President Trump.
Under the agreement, a 15% tariff was placed on EU exports to the United States, while duties on US industrial goods entering Europe were reduced to zero.
The EU also pledged to purchase $750 billion worth of US energy products through 2028 and invest $600 billion in key sectors in the US.
A Commission spokesperson said the EU is carefully reviewing the ruling and remains in close contact with US authorities.
The decision could affect tariffs already paid by European companies and future investment commitments under the deal.
The Supreme Court ruling applies to broad “reciprocal” tariffs introduced last year but does not affect sector-specific measures such as tariffs on steel and aluminium.
Members of the European Parliament are now reviewing the impact of the ruling. Some lawmakers are considering changes that would allow the EU to suspend or terminate the deal if needed.
EU officials said businesses on both sides of the Atlantic need stability and predictability in trade relations.
For now, the future of the EU-US trade agreement remains under review.
