[Trump, White House Respond to Tariffs Being Ruled 'Illegal': Insist on Legitimacy and Seek Appeal] According to a report by Jinse Finance, White House spokesperson Kush Desai stated in a statement: President Trump lawfully exercised the tariff powers granted to him by Congress to protect our nation and economic security from foreign threats. He also confirmed that the president's tariffs will remain in effect and expressed 'confidence in achieving a final victory on this matter.' Following the ruling by the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, Trump posted that 'all tariffs remain in effect' and announced plans to appeal to the Supreme Court. (Jin10)