Trump Faces Backlash as Supreme Court Strikes Down Tariffs

The U.S. Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling against President Trump's use of tariffs has sparked a backlash from his own party and raised questions about his authority. The decision, which was announced on Tuesday, was a victory for the U.S. Constitution, with Chief Justice John Roberts and two conservative justices ruling in favor of the court's "major questions doctrine" and three dissenting conservative justices ignoring it.

House Republican leaders, led by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), responded to the ruling on Tuesday morning, hours before President Trump was set to deliver his State of the Union address. The remarks came as Republicans prepare for an internal battle over how to respond to the Supreme Court's decision.

The tariff ruling is a significant blow to Trump's trade policies, which have been a cornerstone of his presidency. The Supreme Court's decision has also raised questions about the limits of executive power and the role of Congress in shaping trade policy.

Meanwhile, in Texas, a prominent progressive group announced its endorsement of state Rep. James Talarico (D) in the Democratic primary for the Texas Senate. The Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC) said in a statement that Talarico has "risen to national prominence" and is the best candidate to take on Sen. John Cornyn (R) in the general election.

The endorsement is a significant boost for Talarico's campaign, which is just one week away from the primary election. The PCCC has a track record of supporting progressive candidates and has been involved in several high-profile campaigns in recent years.

In other news, the House Homeland Security Committee is set to convene a hearing on Friday morning to discuss security ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Law enforcement and FIFA officials will testify about information sharing and security collaboration ahead of major events.

The hearing comes as the city of Washington is grappling with a different kind of security issue: the proposed development of a Trump golf course on the site of the East Potomac Golf Course. The plan has been met with opposition from local residents and lawmakers, who argue that the city does not need another luxury golf course.

As the city debates the future of the East Potomac Golf Course, the Supreme Court's tariff ruling serves as a reminder of the limits of executive power and the importance of checks and balances in the U.S. system of government. The ruling is a significant setback for Trump's trade policies and raises questions about the future of his presidency.

In the short term, the tariff ruling is likely to dominate the headlines and overshadow other news stories. However, as the city of Washington looks to the future, it is clear that the debate over the East Potomac Golf Course is far from over.