Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices over tariffs ruling

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete February 21, 2026 at 03:19 AM

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Donald Trump publicly criticized six Supreme Court justices following their ruling against his administration's global tariffs. The ruling, delivered on Friday, determined that presidents do not have the authority to impose sweeping tariffs on any country. Trump expressed his disappointment and stated he was "ashamed" of the justices, accusing them of lacking courage and being influenced by "foreign interests." He singled out both Republican and Democratic appointees who sided against him, including Chief Justice John Roberts and his own appointees, Gorsuch and Barrett. Trump vowed to find alternative methods to continue imposing tariffs, despite the court's decision. The press conference, held at the White House, lasted 45 minutes.

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