Rubio Heads to Canada as Supreme Court Questions Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs

A high-stakes diplomatic trip clashes with a landmark legal battle. Could the Court’s ruling redefine America’s trade power—and its global relationships?

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2025 November 14 . 11:09 AM

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Rubio Heads to Canada as Supreme Court Questions Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has embarked on a diplomatic mission to Canada, leaving Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on November 11. Meanwhile, back home, the U.S. Supreme Court has been scrutinizing President Trump's expansive tariff powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Rubio's trip comes ahead of the G7 foreign ministers' meeting, where he will represent the U.S. The Secretary's visit underscores the importance of international cooperation and dialogue in addressing global challenges.

In Washington, the Supreme Court has been grappling with the Trump administration's sweeping tariffs on numerous U.S. imports. These tariffs, imposed under the IEEPA, target nations including Mexico, Canada, and China, citing concerns over fentanyl imports. The Court heard oral arguments on November 5, 2025, with justices voicing skepticism about the administration's extensive tariff authority.

Secretary Rubio's trip to Canada signals the U.S.'s commitment to multilateral engagement, while the Supreme Court's review of President Trump's tariff powers could reshape U.S. trade policy.