U.S. President Donald Trump warned of a "complete mess" if the Supreme Court strikes down his tariffs, signaling his concern over the upcoming ruling, which could arrive as early as Wednesday. Trump's social media post on Monday underscored the high stakes of the decision and the potential difficulties if businesses were able to claim refunds.

Trump stated that determining the exact amount owed and identifying who, when, and where to make payments would take many years. He has repeatedly expressed frustration with the legal challenges to his trade strategy in recent months. Challengers argue that Trump exceeded his authority in imposing the tariffs.

The tariffs, initially announced last April, are being contested by several small businesses and a coalition of U.S. states. They argue that the president overstepped his constitutional authority in implementing the levies. Trump, in his Truth Social post, bluntly stated, "WE'RE SCREWED" if the Supreme Court rules against his administration.

The core legal question revolves around the interpretation of Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, which grants the president power to impose tariffs on imports that threaten national security. Opponents argue that Trump's use of this provision for broad economic purposes, rather than genuine security threats, constitutes an overreach of executive power.

The Supreme Court's decision will have significant implications for international trade and the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches. A ruling against the tariffs could open the door for businesses to seek billions of dollars in refunds, potentially destabilizing the U.S. economy. Conversely, upholding the tariffs would solidify presidential authority in trade matters and could lead to further trade disputes with other nations. The case highlights the ongoing debate about the role of artificial intelligence in analyzing legal precedents and predicting judicial outcomes, with various AI models offering conflicting predictions on the court's decision.