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U.S. Halts Tariffs After Supreme Court Declares Them Illegal

The United States will officially stop collecting a series of tariffs that the Supreme Court recently ruled unlawful under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Beginning at 12:01 a.m. EST on Tuesday, February 24 , U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will deactivate all tariff codes tied to former President Donald Trump’s IEEPA-based orders.  The decision follows a 6–3 Supreme Court ruling that found the administration lacked authority to impose broad, emergency‑based tariffs under IEEPA, noting that the law contains no reference to duties.  CBP’s move raises significant questions about potential refunds for importers who paid the now‑invalidated tariffs. While these IEEPA‑related duties will end immediately, other Trump‑era tariffs imposed under different legal authorities remain in place. If you’d like, I can expand this into a longer article, add quotes, or tailor it for a specific audience.

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Canada Post Strike Enters Fourth Week: Negotiations Resume Amid Rising Tensions

The ongoing strike by Canada Post workers has now entered its fourth week, with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and Canada Post appearing closer to resuming negotiations. The union, representing over 55,000 striking workers, sent new counter-proposals to the mediator this week, hoping to restart talks. Canada Post has confirmed it is reviewing these proposals.

The strike, which began on November 15, 2024, has caused significant disruptions, with Purolator and UPS pausing shipments from some courier companies due to a surge in package volumes. The business community has been calling for government intervention, but so far, the federal government has not stepped in.

Key sticking points in the negotiations include wage increases and the expansion of weekend delivery services. The union is pushing for better wages and staffing solutions for the proposed expansion, while Canada Post is reviewing how to manage these changes.

As the strike continues, the impact on businesses and consumers grows, with some companies warning of potential losses during the holiday season. The hope is that the new counter-proposals will bring both parties back to the negotiating table and lead to a resolution soon.



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