Trump on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision

Trump on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision

The Volokh Conspiracy
The Volokh ConspiracyFeb 21, 2026

Summary

In this episode, the host reviews President Donald Trump's reaction to the Supreme Court's ruling that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not permit tariff impositions. Trump lambasts the justices he deems disloyal, praises Justices Thomas, Alito, and Kavanaugh for their dissent, and claims the Court is swayed by foreign interests while asserting he can still pursue tariffs through other means. The discussion highlights Trump's narrative of election fraud, his criticism of justices Gorsuch and Barrett, and his broader claims about reviving American industry. The episode contextualizes these remarks within ongoing debates over executive power, trade policy, and judicial independence.

Trump on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision

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