Tag:administrative law
The Court Struck Down the Tariffs but the Compliance Nightmare Got Worse
For companies that spent the past year paying billions in tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), February 20, 2026 looked like a victory. The Supreme Court ruled that the IEEPA does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. But, if compliances officer, general counsel, and importers should not celebrate yet. The ruling did not end the tariff saga; it merely opened a new and more chaotic chapter.
Power Without Process: Federal Enforcement in Chicago Tests the Rule of Law
The Trump administration’s decision to deploy Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and National Guard troops in Chicago has sparked nationwide debate over the boundaries of lawful enforcement. Federal officials describe the move as a necessary step to protect agents and restore order. State and local leaders, however, have accused the federal government of ignoring the legal limits that govern both immigration and military authority. Beneath the political clash lies a deeper legal concern: whether federal agencies are operating within the procedural safeguards and statutory frameworks that legitimize their power.
CFPB Proposed New Rules to Expedite Mortgage Assistance
Earlier this year, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced proposed rule changes to provide additional relief for homeowners struggling to make mortgage payments. The changes aim to amend the 2013 regulations governing mortgage servicing, ensuring that borrowers can more easily access mortgage assistance and therefore reduce the risk of unnecessary foreclosures. This comes at a time when economic uncertainties and evolving market conditions make it critical for homeowners to have quick access to resources to avoid foreclosures. The new proposal, if finalized, is designed to simplify the process for borrowers seeking mortgage assistance, improve communication between borrowers and servicers, and add safeguards to protect homeowners.