Becker Steel Co. of America v. Cummings

Although I do not disagree with the opinion of the Court respecting the meaning of the word “held” as found in § 9 (a) of the Trading with the Enemy Act, I think we. should not decide the point in this case. The order of the District Judge dismissing the action for want of jurisdiction was right notwithstanding he may have been in error as to the necessity of actual possession of the property or its proceeds by the Government’s representatives at the date of suit.

The action is clearly one against the United States1 and consent to be sued evidenced by Act of Congress is essential to…