On Saturday, former President Donald Trump declared a rise in global tariffs from 10% to 15%, an action he announced on his social media platform, Truth Social. This decision comes directly after a major setback for his administration, as the U.S. Supreme Court ruled parts of his trade policy illegal. The rise in tariffs seems to be a defiant response to the judicial scrutiny of his economic strategies that had been widely criticized for their legality.

The Supreme Court's ruling has significant implications for Trump's past policies and future political aspirations. The justices deemed portions of the tariffs imposed in April 2025 as unconstitutional, leading Trump to condemn the ruling as 'ridiculous, poorly drafted, and extremely anti-American.' His immediate reaction to raise the tariffs further seems to indicate that he is willing to confront not only the judiciary but also economic consequences that may arise from such an increase in duties.

The increase to 15% raises questions about international trade relations, particularly with countries that might be adversely affected by these tariffs. Critics argue that such moves could escalate tensions in global markets and may provoke retaliatory measures from impacted nations. This development reflects Trump's continued prioritization of his trade agenda, despite legal challenges, suggesting that he may still hold significant sway over U.S. economic policy discussions.