Washington Today President Trump Hosts Families of Crime Victims
Feb 23, 2026
Snow delays and Capitol preparations set the scene before a major speech. A White House event honors families of crime victims and spotlights a named law. Reporters break down a Supreme Court ruling that limits tariff powers and the political fallout. Lawmakers clash over DHS funding and a War Powers measure about potential strikes on Iran.
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White House Honors Angel Families
- President Donald J. Trump hosted families of victims of crimes by undocumented immigrants and announced National Angel Family Day on February 22.
- Allison Phillips, mother of Lake and Riley, praised Trump for not forgetting her daughter and called the honor overdue and emotionally powerful.
Mother's Tribute To Lakin Riley
- Allison Phillips described Lakin Riley as a hardworking, selfless nurse who went for a run the morning she was killed and thanked President Trump for honoring victims.
- She emphasized Lakin made no bad choices and the recognition extends to many families harmed by illegal immigrants.
Tariff Ruling Heightens State Of The Union Stakes
- The Supreme Court ruling striking down emergency tariffs raises immediate political stakes for the State of the Union and splits Republicans on trade.
- Chuck Schumer vowed Democrats will oppose extending tariffs and called for expiration without Congress's approval.