Trump Stands Firm on India Tariffs Despite Supreme Court Setback
Trump Stands Firm on India Tariffs Despite Supreme Court Setback
Washington/New Delhi, February 21, 2026
US President Donald Trump vowed no relief for India in trade deals post-SC’s 6-3 ruling deeming his reciprocal tariffs unconstitutional under IEEPA. “Nothing changes—they pay, we don’t,” Trump insisted, calling Modi “smart” but past deals unfair.
Trump’s Key Assertions
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India Deal Locked: 18% duties (down from 50%) via interim pact; zero US tariffs on Indian goods reversed prior imbalance.
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Russia Oil Cut: Credits India’s reduced Russian purchases aiding Ukraine peace.
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Pak-India Flashpoint: Reiterated 200% tariff threat halted 2024 clash, “saving millions.”
Indian Opposition Storm
Congress’ P Chidambaram slammed “asymmetric surrender”:
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Why revert to pre-Apr 2025 status if SC invalidated?
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$500B US purchase/Russia oil halt yielded nothing.
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Demands zero-tariff reversal, full disclosure.
Alternatives Ahead
Trump eyes Section 122 (10% global tariff, 150 days) + Trade Expansion/1930 Tariff Acts. India gains predictability on 55% exports (~$175B relief), but strategic sectors (steel/auto) face 25-50% Section 232 duties.
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