Episode

Can Congress fix the Trump tariff refund problem?

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What Happens Next in 6 Minutes
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Apr 11, 2026
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Summary

I’m joined by John McGinnis, a constitutional law professor at Northwestern. The Court has decided that about $165 billion will be refunded to importers—money that, in many cases, could be seen as a windfall. I think there may be room here for a bipartisan solution, and John helps us think through what Congress can—and can’t—do. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe