Some More News Even More News: Trump's Tariff Tantrum
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Feb 24, 2026 They break down the Supreme Court striking down Trump’s reciprocal tariffs and what that means for trade deals, refunds, and political spin. They unpack the fallout for allies and markets as tariff revenue and implementation hang in limbo. They also react to Kash Patel crashing a U.S. hockey celebration and mock J.D. Vance’s performative macho cooking anecdote.
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Why The Court Struck Down Trump's Tariffs
- The Supreme Court ruled Trump's reciprocal tariffs under the IEPA illegal because the statute didn't clearly delegate taxing power to the president.
- Hosts explain the Court avoided calling trade deficits a national emergency and focused on statutory text, creating legal uncertainty and political fallout.
Trump's Workaround Will Spark More Legal Chaos
- Trump responded by attacking justices and promising to reimpose tariffs via other statutes like section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act.
- Hosts note that fallback authorities also have legal limits and will likely trigger more court fights and delays.
Tariff Instability Undermines Trade Negotiations
- The tariff episode damaged negotiated trade deals because partners pause when U.S. policy appears unstable or illegal.
- Cody cites the EU pausing a deal tied to a 15% rate that now may be invalidated, undermining trust in U.S. commitments.