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2:22:16Now PlayingDonald Trump suffers a major legal setback as the Supreme Court rules 6–3 that he exceeded his authority by imposing sweeping global tariffs under emergency powers, delivering a significant blow to his second-term trade agenda. The decision raises major questions about presidential power, congressional authority over taxation, and the future of U.S. trade policy — with potential ripple effects for markets, consumers, and international negotiations.
We break down what the justices actually said, why even conservative members of the court pushed back, what happens next for Trump’s tariff strategy, and how this ruling could reshape the balance of power between the White House and Congress.
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2/20/26
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