Economic adviser Kevin Hassett emphasized the administration's readiness with backup plans to address potential setbacks in the ongoing tariff dispute, highlighting the flexibility in trade policy.
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett stated on January 9, 2026, that the Trump administration is prepared with alternative measures to pursue its trade policy goals should it lose the Supreme Court case regarding tariffs. The administration's contingency plans are designed to adapt to the court's decision, showing strategic flexibility in its trade approach.