New Washington state coalition challenges Trump tariffs

Ferguson formally endorsed an existing lawsuit filed by a coalition of states challenging the tariffs as illegal.

SEATTLE — With billions of dollars in potential lost revenue and taxes on the line for Washington state, Gov. Bob Ferguson is leveraging his political clout to impede President Donald Trump’s tariffs. 

Ferguson formally endorsed an existing lawsuit filed by a coalition of states challenging the tariffs as illegal. The governor’s newly inked legal document argues that Trump does not have the legal authority to levy new duties on imports, a responsibility they allege falls on Congress. It was unclear immediately following the announcement if Washington state intends to

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