Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — February 20
Feb 20, 2026
Rep. Kevin Kiley, a California congressman and House Judiciary member, discusses his votes to limit presidential tariff power and urges Congress to shape trade policy. He reacts to the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. Conversation also touches on potential limited U.S. military action in Iran and shifting political stakes.
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Court Reasserts Congressional Tariff Power
- The Supreme Court ruled the president exceeded authority using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose sweeping tariffs.
- Chief Justice Roberts emphasized Congress alone holds power to impose tariffs during peacetime.
President Learned Ruling Mid-Event
- Monica Alba described the president learning of the ruling in real time at a governors' event and leaving early.
- She said the White House knew the risk for months but still took hours to finalize its response.
Prepare For Legal Battles Over New Tariff Tools
- The White House plans to use national security and other statutes as alternate authorities for tariffs.
- Expect legal challenges and slower implementation under those other provisions.