Last mentioned: Mar 3, 2026
Delay Request Denied
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit rejects the administration's bid for a 4-month stay.
Appeals Court Rejection
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit denies the delay, allowing cases to proceed immediately.
Delay Requested
The Trump administration files a motion for a four-month stay on all refund litigation.
Supreme Court Ruling
SCOTUS invalidates global tariffs, opening the door for corporate refund lawsuits.
SCOTUS Ruling
The US Supreme Court invalidates the global tariff policy, opening the door for refunds.
Corporate Filings
FedEx, Costco, and other major firms file lawsuits for tariff reimbursement.
Revenue Milestone
Global tariffs generate a cumulative $130 billion for the US Treasury.
Revenue Milestone
Global tariffs reach $130 billion in total revenue collected by the US government.
A US federal appeals court has denied the Trump administration's request to delay litigation over $130 billion in tariff refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated global trade duties. Major retailers and logistics firms, including Costco and FedEx, are now moving forward with over 900 legal claims to recover costs that have strained supply chains since 2025.
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has denied a request from the Trump administration to delay lawsuits seeking refunds for invalidated global tariffs. With over $130 billion in revenue at stake and more than 900 claims already filed, the ruling clears the path for major corporations and small businesses to pursue immediate reimbursement.