Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast Joyce Vance & Maria Farmer
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Feb 21, 2026 
Maria Farmer, visual artist and early whistleblower who filed the first complaints against Jeffrey Epstein, recounts her experiences and advocacy. Joyce Vance, former federal prosecutor and legal analyst, breaks down the Supreme Court tariff ruling and separation-of-powers issues. They discuss legal fallout, Congress oversight, survivor support, and the stakes for accountability and rule of law.
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Court Checks Presidential Power
- The Supreme Court limited Trump's tariff power and asserted judicial review over unilateral presidential actions.
- Joyce Vance sees the ruling as the Court preserving its own relevance against a unitary-executive power grab.
A Narrow Win With Bigger Risks
- The decision was 6-3 and should have been unanimous, showing fissures even among conservative justices.
- Vance warns this win is limited because upcoming cases could still erode democratic protections.
Tariff Remedy Will Be Complex
- Unwinding illegally collected tariffs is legally messy and may fall to lower courts to decide refunds and remedies.
- Joyce Vance warns remedies are complicated and the district court may have to sort out restitution for past tariffs.