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Trump's Economic Setbacks: Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs

2/23/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced setbacks as GDP growth slowed to 1.4% from 2.5%, amid inflation.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Donald Trump's global tariffs unlawful, saying he acted beyond his authority.
A professor described the 'Trump economy' as marked by lost jobs and higher prices.
The ruling challenges Trump's identity as a deal-maker and undermines his claims.
Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) said, "He's gonna be big mad," reflecting political fallout.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faced setbacks as GDP growth slowed to 1.4% from 2.5%, amid inflation.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Donald Trump's global tariffs unlawful, saying he acted beyond his authority.
A professor described the 'Trump economy' as marked by lost jobs and higher prices.
The ruling challenges Trump's identity as a deal-maker and undermines his claims.
Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) said, "He's gonna be big mad," reflecting political fallout.