US trade court blocks Trump's sweeping tariffs. The White House has asked the court to block the order suspending tariffs while it appeals the case. Meanwhile, the White House has asked the court to block the order while it appeals it. The White House had argued in court hearings that its negotiating position would be weakened if the court struck down the tariffs. The UK government has not commented on the court ruling but said it was working to ensure British businesses can benefit from the deal "as quickly as possible".