World News Tonight with David Muir Full Episode: Friday, February 20, 2026
Feb 21, 2026
James Longman, ABC International correspondent in London, updates the probe into Prince Andrew and related searches. Rachel Scott, ABC White House correspondent, covers the Supreme Court striking down most of Trump’s tariffs and the administration’s plans to push back. They discuss royal legal fallout and high-stakes policy responses in short, fast-moving reports.
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Court Limits Presidential Tariff Power
- The Supreme Court ruled most of President Trump's tariffs illegal, saying only Congress can impose taxes and tariffs.
- Chief Justice Roberts and two Trump-appointed justices joined liberals, showing limits on unilateral executive trade power.
Prepare For A Messy Refund Process
- Expect litigation and administrative steps over the $142 billion collected in tariffs to play out and potentially cause confusion.
- Watch for legal challenges and Treasury actions before assuming refunds or retention of those funds.
Nor'easter Threatens East Coast
- A major Nor'easter is expected Sunday into Monday, aligning conditions for heavy snow, gusty winds, and coastal flooding along the I-95 corridor.
- Blizzard conditions and coastal erosion are possible from Long Island to Cape Cod, with 6–12 inches widely likely.