Trump Lashes Out & Attacks Justices after Supreme Court Limits His Power to Impose Tariffs

Feb 23, 2026 | The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Friday in a 6-3 vote. The justices ruled that the tariffs — which were imposed by a series of executive orders — exceeded presidential powers under a 1977 law that gives the president authority to regulate commerce only in the case of international emergencies. Trump called the ruling a “disgrace” and responded Friday by announcing a new 10% global tariff — which he increased to 15% Saturday.

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SCOTUS Already Preparing To Deliver MAJOR Blow To Consumers

The now-solidly right wing US Supreme Court is on track to deliver some very serious blows to consumer protections and the rights of American citizens with court cases that have already been heard. These cases could severely alter the justice system in the United States and make it harder for consumers to hold corporate abusers accountable. Ring of Fire’s Mike Papantonio and Farron Cousins discuss this.