"Tariffs are illegal" says U.S. appeals court

Here’s a compelling article breaking down the recent U.S. appeals court ruling that most of President Trump’s global tariffs were deemed illegal—read it for a quick and engaging overview.

What’s Going On?

1. Ruling Overview
A U.S. federal appeals court has ruled in a 7–4 decision that most of Trump’s sweeping tariffs—especially those imposed under emergency powers via the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)—were illegal. The court found no explicit authorization in the law for tariffs, emphasizing that Congress, not the president, holds that power.

2. Which Tariffs Are in Question?
The ruling targets broad “Liberation Day” tariffs and “reciprocal” or “trafficking” tariffs aimed at countries like India, China, Canada, and Mexico. Sector-specific tariffs (e.g., on steel and aluminum) imposed under different statutes remain unaffected.

3. Rationale Behind the Decision
The court held that IEEPA does not explicitly authorize tariffs, describing Trump’s use of it as overreach. The ruling cited constitutional limits and the major questions doctrine, which requires clear legislative authorization for economically significant actions.

4. Timelines & Legal Next Steps
Although ruled illegal, the tariffs remain in effect until October 14, 2025, as the administration plans to appeal to the Supreme Court.

5. Trump’s Reaction
Trump called the verdict a “total disaster for the country” and labeled the court’s decision “highly partisan,” promising to challenge it up to the Supreme Court.

6. Legal Background: V.O.S. Selections Case
This ruling builds on a May 2025 judgment from the U.S. Court of International Trade in V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. U.S., which barred enforcement of these tariffs, stating IEEPA doesn’t authorize them.

Why It Matters

• Legal Precedent: This ruling reasserts Congressional authority over tariffs and strengthens checks on executive power.
• Economic Uncertainty: Markets and businesses face unpredictability until the legal process concludes.
• Policy Implications: If upheld, the decision could reshape how future presidents handle trade and what limits apply to emergency powers.
• Political Stakes: Appeals are likely, fueling debate on executive authority and setting the stage for a Supreme Court showdown.

When Reactions Hurt More Than Reality: A Seeker’s Introspection

When I sit in stillness and truly look within, I realize that the pain I carry isn’t born from the events life throws at me—but from how I respond to them.

Life doesn’t always unfold the way I want it to. There are moments when situations turn against my expectations, when people don’t act as I hoped they would, or when results don’t align with my efforts. But strangely, those external disappointments fade quickly, like a passing storm. Why? Because in my heart, I believe my beloved Lord Krishna is orchestrating every event in my life with divine precision. He knows what I do not. I trust Him. I trust that whatever comes is my prārabdha, my destined karma playing out—and in that faith, I find acceptance. Peace.

But then, why does sadness sometimes stay? Why does it linger even after the event is gone? I’ve come to see it’s not the event, but my reaction to it that creates a lasting wound. The pain that echoes within me arises not from what happened—but how I responded: through anger, ego, or a subtle desire for vengeance.

That is where the true inner battle lies.

My reactions come not from my soul, but from my external self (from my expectations or ego) —that fragile part of me that wants to be right, to be respected, to be in control. When something threatens that ego, it reacts. And that reaction, not the situation itself, becomes the seed of sorrow. That’s what burns. That’s what makes the mind restless long after the moment has passed.

But the soul… the soul is still. The soul knows. The soul trusts.

So now I understand: my true sādhana is not to control the world, but to master my own inner response. The real spiritual work is not in changing others or avoiding hardship—it is in choosing how I respond when things don’t go my way. Can I choose love over anger? Can I choose humility over ego? Can I pause, breathe, and remember Krishna before reacting?

Every time I do, I feel the storm within begin to calm.

So now, when anger rises, I try to witness it. I tell myself, “This is not me. This is not my essence. This is a cloud passing through the sky of my consciousness.” When jealousy whispers, I try to listen deeper—to the space in me that knows Krishna gives each soul exactly what they need for their growth. And when vengeance tempts me, I remember: what justice can I seek, when everything is already being perfectly handled by Him?

I offer it all to Krishna.

My reaction. My restlessness. My humanness.

This, to me, is the beginning of real devotion—not just worship with flowers and chants, but the worship of surrendering even my darkest emotions into His light.

I pray that one day, my heart becomes so full of His presence that these lower reactions no longer find a home in me. That my only response, even to pain, is love. That my ego melts like morning mist in the sunlight of His grace.

Until then, I walk slowly, softly, inwardly—learning to hold space for my humanness while walking steadily toward the Divine.

Having Faith : Life is not the same anymore !

It's been really long since i got time to sit with myself. Today, I felt like writting how my life has changed in past few years. I am not the same person I used to be may be 3-4 years back. I used to have ambition and goals for myself, which I no longer have. I used to love food, movies , travel, talking to friends and just getting to explore things. Now, nothing makes me happy, I gave up on non-veg, food doesn't excite me anymore. I don't travel at all. I have lost touch with almost all my friends. My priorities have changed but I wonder if there is anything that can make me happy anymore. I have grown and become more mature, sometimes life teaches you so much in 1-2 years that couldn't be taught in 30-35 years. Strange it might sound but it's true. Tough times make you a better person. Nothing can teach you about life, about people around you or infact about yourself, more than difficult times. Even now, when I am deeply scarred and hurt, I thank god for giving me strength to be positive and to still think good for others. It's an instrument i use that affirms that I am on the right path. My inclination towards sprituality has helped me in these times. There was a time I used to wonder - why would anyone want salvation ? Life is beautiful and why would someone want to get rid of this cycle of birth and death? However, now i realised that life is never about being happy or trying to be happy. Life is created in order for us to learn and grow, and this involves going through challenges and God put us through difficult scenarios in order to give us opportunities to be true to ourself and to do the right thing, in order to refine and grow ourselves(our soul). Well, it's true that you will feel lonely and weak during the tough times, but the hope of better tomorrow keeps you going. Doing the right Karmas (which keeps your conscience clean) and having faith is all that we can control.

The stronger you !!

It's been a while since I last shared something here.

The past few months have brought a whirlwind of changes—around me and within me. Life, as we know, often unfolds in ways we don’t expect. We make plans, we move forward, assuming things will naturally align. But sometimes, destiny gently (or not so gently) reminds us that it has its own path for us to walk.

In the midst of it all, I came to a quiet realization: when sadness lingers for too long, it becomes invisible. It settles in silently, and we begin to carry it without even noticing. We continue moving forward—doing what’s expected, meeting responsibilities—yet slowly disconnecting from the outcome, simplifying life in the process.

But here's what truly struck me: we rarely understand the strength we hold within us until we are truly tested. It's in the hardest moments that we discover resilience we didn’t know we had. And it's in those moments of clarity—when we accept our past, acknowledge our choices, and choose to move forward with intention—that a spark is lit within us.

That spark becomes our drive. Our courage. Our reminder that even after the darkest night, dawn always comes.

So if you're going through something—know this: you're stronger than you think. And sometimes, just holding on is its own kind of progress.