The DSR Network DSR Daily February 24: Anger Mounts over Trump’s New Tariff
Feb 24, 2026
Discussion of a surprise 10% global tariff and the legal, political and international fallout it could trigger. Coverage of corporate pushback including FedEx lawsuits over past tariffs. Exploration of rapid-fire live and social responses to the State of the Union and planned alternative rebuttals in English and Spanish. Reporting on shocking texts tied to a congressman and the ensuing political consequences.
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Trump Uses Emergency Trade Power To Impose 10% Tariff
- President Trump implemented a 10% global tariff using Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act to bypass Congress for 150 days.
- Riley Fessler and David Rothkopf note this creates legal uncertainty and risks retaliatory measures from the UK and EU.
Companies Seek Refunds After Tariff Ruling
- Companies are suing to recover previously paid tariffs after the Supreme Court ruled most Trump-era tariffs unlawful.
- David Rothkopf highlights FedEx's suit and predicts many refunds and legal chaos for Customs and Border Protection.
Respond To State Of The Union In Real Time
- Use alternative platforms for real-time responses to the State of the Union instead of a single formal rebuttal.
- David Rothkopf advises live social media counterprogramming because Trump often goes off script and crowds react unpredictably.