Erin Burnett OutFront Trump: Justices Are “Embarrassment To Their Families” Over Tariff Ruling
Feb 21, 2026
Kyung (Law), CNN senior investigative correspondent, uncovers ICE’s use of a little-known federal statute. Madeline Dean, U.S. congresswoman on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, weighs in on congressional war powers and Iran policy. They discuss U.S. military moves near Iran, constitutional limits on presidential power, and the rise and courtroom results of 18 U.S. 111. Short, punchy, and topical.
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Trump's Fierce Response To Tariff Ruling
- President Trump publicly attacked the Supreme Court after the 6-3 ruling that struck down his emergency tariffs.
- He framed the decision as a personal betrayal and vowed immediate alternative tariff measures he signed from the Oval Office.
Tariffs Are Congress's Constitutional Power
- Legal experts argued tariffs are Congress's power under Article I, not the president's unilateral authority.
- The administration's use of tariffs was framed as seeking arbitrary personal power and potential corruption, not just revenue.
Prepare For Long Refund Litigation
- Importers and companies are already pursuing lawsuits seeking refunds for unconstitutional tariffs.
- Businesses should prepare for lengthy litigation and evaluate financial impacts while monitoring temporary Section 122 measures.