How Can He Tariff? (Emily Ley Paper, Inc. v. Trump)

Duration: 26:15

President Trump has announced widespread tariffs on dozens of countries. But the U.S. Constitution doesn't grant the POTUS the power to implement tariffs. Let's discuss.

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00:00 - Who has the power to Tariff?

00:40 - The U.S. Constitution grants Powers

02:42 - Congress has the Power to Tariff

03:30 - The Oath of Office

05:12 - The New Civil Liberties Alliance Press Release

06:23 - The Lawsuit: Emily Ley Paper, Inc v. Donald Trump

15:03 - Emergency Powers invalid for Four Reasons

22:06 - The Counts

22:47 - Prayer for Relief

24:04 - Case Status

24:35 - Leonard Thoughts