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Trump Outlines New Tariff Strategy, Says Supreme Court ‘Swayed by Foreign Interests'
By Steve Lance
2/20/2026Updated: 2/20/2026

President Donald Trump announces a new 10 percent global tariff after the Supreme Court strikes down his use of emergency tariff powers. What does the president say about the justices’ ruling, and how are lawmakers reacting?

The president floats an investigation into possible foreign influence over the justices. How critical were these tariffs in countering China globally? We hear from journalist Dennis Kneale.

We break down the president’s remaining tariff powers and how he might use them. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also responds to the Supreme Court ruling. The Trump administration will use other authorities to replace International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs. Will the United States need to pay back any tariff revenue? We have analysis from former federal prosecutor Jim Trusty.

As Trump lays out his next steps, how viable is the congressional route to replace these tariffs? We discuss with Aditi Bussells and Chet Love.

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