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Trump Tariffs, Charity Scandal, and Robotaxis: A Tuesday to Remember

Small businesses seek refunds, a California CEO faces charges, and Waymo expands its robotaxi service

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Tuesday was a day of significant developments across the United States, with a mix of court decisions, corporate expansions, and public scandals making headlines. In a major victory for small businesses, a group of five...

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Trump Tariffs, Charity Scandal, and Robotaxis: A Tuesday to Remember

Small businesses seek refunds, a California CEO faces charges, and Waymo expands its robotaxi service

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 • 2 min read • 5 source references

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Tuesday was a day of significant developments across the United States, with a mix of court decisions, corporate expansions, and public scandals making headlines.

In a major victory for small businesses, a group of five companies that challenged President Trump's global tariffs has formally commenced their refund push. The businesses, led by wine importer V.O.S. Selections, filed a new motion with the U.S. Court of International Trade, demanding an injunction to compel the government to promptly pay out refunds. This move follows the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the tariffs, which were imposed by the Trump administration in 2018.

Meanwhile, in Texas, a proposal to rename a stretch of road after slain conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk has been put on hold. The Bastrop County commissioners were set to discuss the proposal, but it was met with opposition from dozens of residents who attended the meeting. The proposal's fate remains uncertain, with no clear indication of when or if it will be revisited.

In other news, the former CEO of a San Francisco homeless services charity, Gwendolyn Westbrook, has been charged with stealing over $1.2 million in public funds. Westbrook, 71, is accused of using the funds for personal expenses, including luxury items and travel. She faces nine felony charges and is set to be arraigned on Tuesday.

On the corporate front, Waymo has announced the expansion of its robotaxi service to four new cities: Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando, Florida. The company's fully autonomous vehicles will be available to select drivers who have the Waymo app downloaded, with rides set to be made available in the coming weeks.

As the country prepares for President Trump's State of the Union address, The Hill will provide live coverage, hosted by Blake Burman. The broadcast will air from 8-11:30 p.m. EST on TheHill.com and The Hill's FAST Channel, with additional reporting from The Hill's White House correspondent.

These developments mark a significant day in U.S. news, with a mix of court decisions, corporate expansions, and public scandals making headlines. As the country continues to navigate the complexities of the Trump administration's policies and the ongoing pandemic, one thing is clear: this is a story that will continue to unfold in the days and weeks to come.

Tuesday was a day of significant developments across the United States, with a mix of court decisions, corporate expansions, and public scandals making headlines.

In a major victory for small businesses, a group of five companies that challenged President Trump's global tariffs has formally commenced their refund push. The businesses, led by wine importer V.O.S. Selections, filed a new motion with the U.S. Court of International Trade, demanding an injunction to compel the government to promptly pay out refunds. This move follows the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the tariffs, which were imposed by the Trump administration in 2018.

Meanwhile, in Texas, a proposal to rename a stretch of road after slain conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk has been put on hold. The Bastrop County commissioners were set to discuss the proposal, but it was met with opposition from dozens of residents who attended the meeting. The proposal's fate remains uncertain, with no clear indication of when or if it will be revisited.

In other news, the former CEO of a San Francisco homeless services charity, Gwendolyn Westbrook, has been charged with stealing over $1.2 million in public funds. Westbrook, 71, is accused of using the funds for personal expenses, including luxury items and travel. She faces nine felony charges and is set to be arraigned on Tuesday.

On the corporate front, Waymo has announced the expansion of its robotaxi service to four new cities: Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Orlando, Florida. The company's fully autonomous vehicles will be available to select drivers who have the Waymo app downloaded, with rides set to be made available in the coming weeks.

As the country prepares for President Trump's State of the Union address, The Hill will provide live coverage, hosted by Blake Burman. The broadcast will air from 8-11:30 p.m. EST on TheHill.com and The Hill's FAST Channel, with additional reporting from The Hill's White House correspondent.

These developments mark a significant day in U.S. news, with a mix of court decisions, corporate expansions, and public scandals making headlines. As the country continues to navigate the complexities of the Trump administration's policies and the ongoing pandemic, one thing is clear: this is a story that will continue to unfold in the days and weeks to come.

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