Trump Vows Stronger Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling

Former President Trump announced an immediate 10 percent global tariff under a different legal authority after losing a favorite negotiating tool due to a Supreme Court ruling, vowing to use 'even stronger' methods to keep his tariffs.

20 Feb, 15:37 — 20 Feb, 22:00

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Why this matters

This story is significant because it concerns the executive power to impose trade restrictions, a key aspect of economic policy. The Supreme Court's ruling limits a president's unilateral authority, while Trump's immediate vow to find new legal avenues highlights the ongoing political and economic tensions surrounding global trade and protectionism. Readers should care as these policies can impact consumer prices, international relations, and the balance of power between branches of government.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 8 sources cover this story

Most news outlets report on the Supreme Court's ruling striking down many of Trump's tariffs and his immediate vow to impose new 10% global tariffs under different authority. While there's consensus on these facts, coverage diverges on the interpretation of the ruling's impact on Trump's trade agenda and his future capabilities.

Political spectrum

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aljazeera

yahoo

france24

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The Independentcenter-leftleftanalyticalcritical of Trump's negotiating tactics

wapocenter-leftcenter-leftanalyticalhighlights Trump's loss of a tool

Al Jazeeracenter-leftcenter-leftanalyticalanalytical of Trump's options

Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage leans center-left, with several outlets framing the Supreme Court ruling as a significant setback for Trump, while others focus on his defiant response and continued pursuit of tariffs.

What sources agree on

The Supreme Court issued a ruling regarding tariffs previously imposed by Donald Trump.
The Supreme Court's ruling struck down many of Trump's existing tariffs.
Donald Trump responded by vowing to impose a new 10% global tariff.
Trump stated he would use a different legal authority to implement the new tariffs.

Where they diverge

The significance of the Supreme Court ruling for Trump's trade policy

The Independentwapomarketwatch

The ruling is a significant setback or 'loss' for Trump, challenging his negotiating style or agenda, or a 'massive blow'.

wsjAl JazeeraFrance 24Yahoo

While a 'rebuke,' Trump immediately announced new tariffs under different authority, suggesting he still has avenues to pursue trade restrictions.

Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

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Trump says he will impose a 10% global tariff.

agreed·wsjwapoFrance 24

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The Supreme Court ruling struck down many of Trump's tariffs.

agreed·marketwatchFrance 24The Independent

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Coverage gaps

Specific political reactions to the SCOTUS ruling, such as California Governor Newsom's call for refunds.

ReportedTimes of India

MissingwsjmarketwatchAl Jazeera+4

The immediate impact of the ruling on consumer prices.

Reportedmarketwatch

MissingwsjAl JazeeraThe Independent+4

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External Fact-Checks

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—Misleading

On new tariffs: "Reciprocal. That means they do it to us and we do it to them. Very simple. Can’t get any simpler than that.”

FactCheck.org·3 Apr 2025Read →

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Story evolution

The initial narrative focused on Trump's 'loss' and the implications of the Supreme Court ruling, which then shifted to his defiant response and immediate plans to circumvent the ruling with new tariff proposals.

Initial Court Ruling & Immediate ReactionsFeb 20 afternoon/early evening

The Supreme Court strikes down many of Trump's tariffs, leading to immediate political reactions and analysis of his options.

Trump's Defiant ResponseFeb 20 evening

Trump vows to impose new 10% global tariffs under different legal authority, emphasizing his intent to continue trade restrictions.

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

The Independent

Trump just lost his global tariff sword. Will his boasts of being the ‘world’s greatest dealmaker’ now be put to the test?

wapo

Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

Center

wsj

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal

marketwatch

Don’t expect lower prices now that the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s tariffs

Al Jazeera

Can Trump still impose tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling?

Times of India

‘Time to pay the piper’: Newsom celebrates SCOTUS tariffs verdict, seeks refunds from Trump

Yahoo

Trump Vows to Use ‘Even Stronger’ Methods to Keep His Tariffs: ‘I Can Destroy the Country’

France 24

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

Right-leaning

No articles

Key entities

Donald Trumpformer President, tariff proponent Supreme Courtruled against Trump's tariffs Gavin NewsomCalifornia Governor, critic of Trump's tariffs

Coverage Timeline

First report: France 24 · 20 Feb, 15:37|Full coverage: All 8 sources within 6h|Window: 6h

Left-leaningCenterRight-leaning

France 2420 Feb, 15:37First to report

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

3h later

Yahoo20 Feb, 18:57

Trump Vows to Use ‘Even Stronger’ Methods to Keep His Tariffs: ‘I Can Destroy the Country’

2h later

wapo20 Feb, 21:02

Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

Times of India20 Feb, 21:06

‘Time to pay the piper’: Newsom celebrates SCOTUS tariffs verdict, seeks refunds from Trump

The Independent20 Feb, 21:20

Trump just lost his global tariff sword. Will his boasts of being the ‘world’s greatest dealmaker’ now be put to the test?

Al Jazeera20 Feb, 21:32

Can Trump still impose tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling?

marketwatch20 Feb, 21:52

Don’t expect lower prices now that the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s tariffs

wsj20 Feb, 22:00Latest update

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal

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wsj3d ago

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates The Wall Street Journal

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marketwatch3d ago

Don’t expect lower prices now that the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s tariffs

The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down many of President Donald Trump’s tariffs is a massive blow to the president’s agenda — but for cost-conscious consumers, the immediate impact could be more economic question marks, with few price cuts in store.

By Andrew Keshner

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Al Jazeera3d ago

Can Trump still impose tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling?

The case is the first major challenge to Trump’s agenda, but he still has other avenues to pursue trade restrictions.

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The Independent3d ago

Trump just lost his global tariff sword. Will his boasts of being the ‘world’s greatest dealmaker’ now be put to the test?

The Supreme Court’s tariff ruling will force Donald Trump to move beyond bullying and fits of pique as a negotiating tactic, Andrew Feinberg writes

By Andrew Feinberg

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Times of India3d ago

‘Time to pay the piper’: Newsom celebrates SCOTUS tariffs verdict, seeks refunds from Trump

By TOI World Desk

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wapo3d ago

Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

President responds to Supreme Court ruling by announcing an immediate 10 percent global tariff under a different legal authority and warned that more drastic measures could follow.

By Cat Zakrzewski, Isaac Arnsdorf, Michael Birnbaum

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Yahoo3d ago

Trump Vows to Use ‘Even Stronger’ Methods to Keep His Tariffs: ‘I Can Destroy the Country’

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France 243d ago

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

President Donald Trump vowed Friday to charge an additional 10 percent tariff on imports into the United States after the Supreme Court struck down many of his sweeping and often arbitrary duties, handing him a stinging rebuke on his signature economic policy.

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Trump Vows Stronger Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims3 agreed · 1 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

External Fact-Checks

Story evolution

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Trump just lost his global tariff sword. Will his boasts of being the ‘world’s greatest dealmaker’ now be put to the test?

Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

Center

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal

Don’t expect lower prices now that the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s tariffs

Can Trump still impose tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling?

‘Time to pay the piper’: Newsom celebrates SCOTUS tariffs verdict, seeks refunds from Trump

Trump Vows to Use ‘Even Stronger’ Methods to Keep His Tariffs: ‘I Can Destroy the Country’

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

Right-leaning

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

Trump Vows to Use ‘Even Stronger’ Methods to Keep His Tariffs: ‘I Can Destroy the Country’

Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

‘Time to pay the piper’: Newsom celebrates SCOTUS tariffs verdict, seeks refunds from Trump

Trump just lost his global tariff sword. Will his boasts of being the ‘world’s greatest dealmaker’ now be put to the test?

Can Trump still impose tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling?

Don’t expect lower prices now that the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s tariffs

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal

Read at source (8 outlets)

Stock Market Today: Trump Says He Will Impose 10% Global Tariff Under Different Authority — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal

Don’t expect lower prices now that the Supreme Court ruled against Trump’s tariffs

Can Trump still impose tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling?

Trump just lost his global tariff sword. Will his boasts of being the ‘world’s greatest dealmaker’ now be put to the test?

‘Time to pay the piper’: Newsom celebrates SCOTUS tariffs verdict, seeks refunds from Trump

Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money

Trump Vows to Use ‘Even Stronger’ Methods to Keep His Tariffs: ‘I Can Destroy the Country’

Trump vows 10% global tariff after stinging court rebuke

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