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Trump Admin Launches Tariff Refunds

Trump Admin Launches Tariff Refunds

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has opened the CAPE system to process claims from over 330,000 importers affected by the trade policy.

While the portal is now live, officials warn that it may take between 60 and 90 days for businesses to receive their payments.

Major corporations including Costco and FedEx have already initiated legal action to ensure full reimbursement of the funds.

The refund process marks a significant reversal for the administration's 'America First' economic strategy.

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Supreme Court of the United States
Highest court of jurisdiction in the United States of America
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Customs service of the United States since 2003
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
Costco
American multinational chain of membership-only stores
FedEx
American multinational delivery services company