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Costco Sues U.S. Government to Ensure Tariff Refunds Even if Trump Loses Lawsuit

Liberty Times Net | Local Language | News | Dec. 4, 2025 | Regulation

Costco has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to secure the right to tariff refunds if the Supreme Court rejects former President Donald Trump’s authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The lawsuit, filed on November 28 in the U.S. Court of International Trade, highlights Costco’s concern over uncertainty caused by the government’s refusal to extend the deadline for calculating final tariff amounts, which could impact its ability to obtain full refunds.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has not yet responded to Costco’s request, and the company has not provided immediate comment. Costco, headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, reported fiscal year revenue of $275.2 billion for the year ending August 31. The company is among several others, including Bumble Bee Foods, EssilorLuxottica, Kawasaki Motors, Revlon, and Yokohama Tire, pursuing litigation to ensure potential tariff refunds.

The Supreme Court held oral arguments on November 5, with justices from both ideological sides questioning the legality of Trump’s tariff actions using the 1977 emergency powers statute. The Court is hearing the case on an expedited basis but has yet to announce a decision. In response to tariffs, Costco has adapted by reducing supplier numbers, increasing local sourcing, and emphasizing its private-label Kirkland products.

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