President Donald Trump announced his admiration for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, alongside Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, following a Supreme Court ruling that overturned Trump's expansive tariff powers. The ruling, which passed with a 6-3 vote, deemed that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not allow the President to impose tariffs without congressional approval. Trump shared his thoughts on Kavanaugh's dissenting opinion via his Truth Social platform, emphasizing Kavanaugh's belief that the decision was illogical.

In his dissent, Justice Kavanaugh expressed strong disagreement with the majority opinion, arguing that while the President could potentially block imports from specific countries, such as China, he couldn't even impose a minor tariff without legislative backing. Trump's enthusiastic endorsement of Kavanaugh reflects not only his appreciation for the Justice's stance but also his ongoing influence within the Republican Party and his appeal to his base, which considers judicial appointments both a major victory and a pathway to maintaining conservative policies.

This Supreme Court decision is significant as it establishes a limitation on presidential powers regarding tariffs, a tool Trump had previously wielded to implement his trade policies. The ruling reinforces the necessity of congressional oversight in such matters, potentially reshaping how future administrations approach tariffs and trade negotiations. Trump's comments indicate a continued alignment with the Supreme Court's conservative justices, a relationship he likely hopes to leverage as he campaigns for further support from his followers leading up to upcoming elections.