The NewsWorthy Trump's Tariffs Whiplash, Historic Winter Storm & USA's Olympic Milestone - Monday, February 23, 2026
Feb 23, 2026
A Supreme Court ruling upends presidential tariff power and sparks a swift new 15% global tariff plan. Tensions rise after Mexico’s top cartel leader is killed, prompting unrest and travel concerns. A life-threatening blizzard threatens major U.S. cities with feet of snow and widespread travel chaos. Team USA finishes the Winter Games with a historic medal haul.
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Supreme Court Overturns Major Tariff Authority
- The Supreme Court limited presidential power by ruling Trump couldn't use emergency law to impose broad tariffs.
- The decision could force refunds of over $100 billion, but Trump immediately rolled out a 15% global tariff under a different temporary authority lasting 150 days.
Shooting At Mar-a-Lago During Early Morning Breach
- A man breached Mar-a-Lago's secure perimeter at 1:30 a.m. carrying a shotgun and gas canister and was shot when he raised the weapon.
- President Trump was not at the estate and FBI Director Cash Patel, in Italy, said the bureau is dedicating necessary resources to the investigation.
Killing Of El Mencho Sparks Unrest But Likely Not Drug Flow Drop
- Mexico's Jalisco New Generation Cartel boss El Mencho was killed by the Mexican army with U.S. intelligence support, but experts say drug flow into the U.S. likely won't change.
- His death sparked violent unrest, fires, blocked roads, suspended flights to Puerto Vallarta, and U.S. travel advisories urging tourists to shelter in place.