# Federal court blocks Trump's 10% global tariffs  
**Published:** 2026-05-08T02:55:27.000Z  
**Source:** [Nebraska Examiner](https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2026/05/07/repub/another-court-ruling-blocks-trumps-wide-ranging-tariffs/)  
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A federal court handed a win to small businesses challenging President Donald Trump's tariff regime, dealing another blow to his trade agenda just months after the Supreme Court rejected an earlier version of the policies. In a 2-1 decision, the U.S. Court of International Trade granted a permanent injunction on Thursday to [a Florida-based toy manufacturer and a New York spice importer](https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2026/05/07/repub/another-court-ruling-blocks-trumps-wide-ranging-tariffs/), as well as relief to Washington state, which were among several states challenging the 10% blanket tariffs Trump imposed in February.

The ruling comes as [Lincoln and Nebraska manufacturers continue to grapple with significant tariff-related costs](https://www.wowt.com/2026/05/05/nebraska-businesses-urged-file-tariff-refunds-now/). Jay Foreman, CEO of Basic Fun!, said using broad tariffs "with a bazooka instead of a fine-tooth comb makes no sense, and it hurts companies like ours, hurts the consumer." Basic Fun! produces popular toys including Tonka Trucks and Care Bears.

The Supreme Court struck down Trump's tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act on February 20, and within hours, the White House reimposed tariffs under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The surcharge is explicitly temporary: 150 days from February 24, 2026, expiring July 24, 2026 unless Congress extends it.

The new ruling does not provide universal relief to all businesses paying the tariffs. According to the court's decision, other states that sued—including Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin—lacked standing because they were "non-importers." The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce has expressed confidence that most Lincoln manufacturers have been affected by tariffs.

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown called the decision "a win for both affordability and the rule of law," stating that consumers and businesses have borne the costs. Foreman indicated that imports blocked by the earlier court ruling should arrive soon, with his team already coordinating with customs brokers to expedite shipments.

After the Supreme Court struck down Trump's initial tariffs earlier this year, the ruling set up billions in potential refunds to American businesses. The administration is processing refunds to companies that paid approximately $166 billion in tariffs under the now-struck-down emergency powers authority.

## Sources

- [Nebraska Examiner](https://nebraskaexaminer.com/2026/05/07/repub/another-court-ruling-blocks-trumps-wide-ranging-tariffs/)
- [WOWT News: Nebraska businesses urged to file for tariff refunds now](https://www.wowt.com/2026/05/05/nebraska-businesses-urged-file-tariff-refunds-now/)

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