The Trump administration defied the courts twice in one day, and experts say it could hurt America’s sterling reputation as an attractive place to invest

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• The Trump administration has shown it is willing to defy federal courts and even the Supreme Court, escalating a conflict that could result in a constitutional crisis. Experts say if Trump ignores court rulings, the reputation of the U.S. as a safe haven for investment will falter.

The Trump administration’s recent willingness to defy the courts may lead to a crisis that could cripple the United States’ reputation as an attractive destination for investment, experts say.