powers

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A 6-3 majority of justices found that Trump exceeded his authority in using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 to implement most of his tariffs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

In its filing, CBP said refunds can be issued electronically for about 82% of the tariffs paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, or about $127 billion.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

MI5 has resolved Beth's legal claim at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal without admission of liability, meaning without a legal admission of wrongdoing.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

Under the War Powers Resolution passed by Congress in 1973, unauthorized deployments into hostile situations must end after 60 days unless Congress votes to declare war or passes legislation authorizing the use of the military.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

Should Powers accept this new assignment, he’d leave the Air Force and work directly for the CIA.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin