A United States appeals court has stopped an attempt by former President Donald Trump to delay lawsuits over tariff refunds. The court's decision prevents a postponement of legal actions seeking reimbursements for tariffs imposed during his administration.

This ruling allows the lawsuits to move forward in the judicial system. The legal challenges are centered on claims for refunds of specific tariffs.

The development is a procedural step in ongoing litigation concerning US trade policy. The court's action does not determine the outcome of the refund claims but permits the cases to continue.