Pod Save America Trump Loses At Supreme Court, Handles It Well
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Feb 22, 2026 
Jerusalem Demsas, economics writer and editor-in-chief of The Argument, breaks down the Supreme Court ruling on tariffs and Trump's reaction. She unpacks polling on trans rights and how messaging shifts public opinion. They also tackle housing policy, congressional power, and why earnest political action matters.
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Tariffs Hit Everyday Purchases
- Jerusalem recounts paying tariffs personally, like on a wedding dress, to show ordinary impact.
- Jon Lovett adds he paid $30 on a rug the day after the ruling, highlighting everyday frustration.
Court Win Won't Stop Tariff Instability
- Trump can use slower legal administrative routes to reimpose tariffs, so economic disruption continues.
- Jerusalem warns long-term damage risks as other countries and firms reroute trade away from the U.S.
Public Backlash On Trans Policies Is Real
- The Argument poll finds rising public opposition to puberty blockers and bathroom access for trans people.
- Yet majorities still support banning employment and housing discrimination against trans people.