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Oct. 16, 2025
| This week’s procurement news and insights for supply chain leaders
President Donald Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to enact tariffs on a wide range of U.S. trading partners will face a difficult test in the coming weeks.
Two federal courts have already ruled against the White House’s broad interpretation of IEEPA as a means to enact tariffs — and the Supreme Court is set to review the issue next month.
However, IEEPA is just one lever the Trump administration has pulled to impose new levies, which leaves the question: What other tools could the president call on to continue reshaping U.S. tariff policies?
We answered that query in our top story. Keep reading to learn more!
Kelly Stroh
Editor, Supply Chain Dive
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P.S. Last week, we published a story that overstated the impact of a fire at aluminum supplier Novelis’ plant in Oswego, New York. We've corrected the story and are rerunning it in today's newsletter with updated information.
Deep Dive
Use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act will soon face Supreme Court review. Here are other mechanisms the president can use to hike duties.
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The 100% duties will begin Nov. 1 and stack on existing levies, the president said Friday, seemingly squashing a monthslong trade truce.
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The new duties will take effect Nov. 9 and could be followed by 150% levies on other port-related equipment.
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While some companies are using regional supply chains or leaning on tariff exemptions by maximizing compliance, others are frozen in place.
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Global disruptions, including tariffs, are hindering manufacturers’ ability to innovate, according to a recent KPMG survey.
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The major aluminum sheet maker will keep the hot mill in its Oswego, New York, plant closed until early 2026.
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The furniture retailer’s strategy includes price hikes, supplier negotiations and diversifying its sourcing footprint beyond China.
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Meatpacking giants have agreed to pay nearly $200 million to address allegations they illegally conspired to limit bacon, ham and sausage supply to boost profits.
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