Steve Deace Show NOT SO FAST: Here's Why Tariffs Are Here to Stay, Despite SCOTUS | Guest: Christopher Bedford | 2/20/26
Feb 20, 2026
Christopher Bedford, editor-in-chief at Blaze News and political commentator, breaks down the fallout from a Supreme Court tariff decision. He discusses why tariffs are likely to persist and how the administration can navigate legal obstacles. The conversation also tackles the likelihood of military action toward Iran and the political messaging ahead of the State of the Union.
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Tariff Ruling Is Technical, Not Terminal
- The Supreme Court ruling on tariffs is narrow, technical, and leaves many practical questions unresolved.
- Christopher Bedford and Steve Deace both conclude the administration can work around the decision and tariffs will continue.
Focus The State Of The Union On Domestic Wins
- Trump should focus his State of the Union on measurable domestic results like housing, inflation, and the economy.
- Christopher Bedford and Aaron McIntyre urged he prioritize the state of the union, not legacy or foreign entanglements.
Buildup Signals Pressure, Not Guaranteed Regime Change
- The U.S. military buildup near Iran is the largest since 2003 and signals serious pressure but not guaranteed regime change.
- Hosts warned a strike could provoke missile, drone, and proxy retaliation while leaving the regime intact.