New Executive Order to Strengthen CBP Enforcement President Trump has signed a new Executive Order in a bid to strengthen CBP enforcement capabilities. The order, which speaks of long overdue customs reform, seeks to make updates and revisions to importer eligibility regulations within 180 days of the order. These revisions will include: (i) requiring an IOR maintain a minimum level of …
CARMICHAEL COMPASS: ISSUE 26-021 – June 2, 2026
US Government Appealing Decisions on IEEPA Refunds The administration is appealing the Court decision on IEEPA refunds and reciprocal duties. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken a stance against automatic refunds for finally liquidated entries. The DOJ has stated that the CIT does not have the authority to order refunds on finally liquidated entries for importers that have not …