Saturday, March 29, 2025
Trump Hardens Stance Post SC Setback: Announces Harsher Tariffs in Warning
Washington, February 23, 2026
President Trump lashed out at Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling blocking his IEEPA-based sweeping tariffs as “foolish,” vowing to hike them to 15% and warning exploiting nations face even steeper duties.
Feb 20 decision: Trump can’t unilaterally impose broad tariffs via emergency powers, overriding Congress. Roberts: No explicit authorization. Dissenters (Thomas, Alito, Kavanaugh) sided with Trump.
Truth Social: Ruling “strengthened” his powers ironically. New EO: 15% global tariffs (up from SC-capped 10%) fully legal. Eyes “licensing system” for trade leverage despite fee limits.
Blasted 14th Amendment as for “freed slaves’ kids,” not “anchor babies” from China/elsewhere abusing it.
MAGA push: Legal tariff ramps ahead; billions in prior collections/refunds in limbo. Global trade uncertainty rises.
