Bessent dodges questions about tariff refunds
The Hill
by Tara SuterFebruary 22, 2026
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently avoided directly addressing whether the government will refund $134 billion in tariffs after the Supreme Court invalidated most of President Trump’s emergency trade measures. During an interview on CNN’s “State of the…,” Bessent declined to provide a clear answer when pressed by anchor Dana Bash about the potential refunds, leaving the issue unresolved and sparking speculation among businesses and consumers affected by the tariffs.
The tariffs in question were implemented as part of Trump’s broader trade policies, which faced significant legal challenges. The Supreme Court’s ruling struck down the majority of these measures, raising questions about their legality and whether the funds collected under them must be refunded. This decision has left businesses and industry groups concerned about financial losses and seeking clarity on how the situation will be resolved
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Originally published on The Hill on 2/22/2026