UK expects ‘privileged’ trade with US to continue despite tariffs ruling The UK received the lowest rate of 10% in President Donald Trump’s ‘reciprocal tariffs’. Evening Standard · Feb 20
Supreme Court says Trump global tariffs are illegal The ruling sets a new boundary for what policies presidents can impose without congressional approval. Axios · Feb 20
Dollar Retreats as Supreme Court Strikes Down President Trump's Tariffs The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell from a 4-week high today and is down by -0.25%. Weaker-than-expected US economic news knocked the dollar lower today. US Q4 GDP, the Feb S&P manufacturing PMI, and the University of Michigan US Feb consumer sentiment index all were weaker than expected and weighed... Barchart · Feb 20
US Supreme Court blocks Trump tariffs in a major hit to White House agenda The US Supreme Court struck down Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, ruling the president overstepped his authority by invoking emergency powers. Euronews · Feb 20
Trump orders increased production of glyphosate weedkiller, a month ago RFK Jr said it causes cancer The ultimate betrayal of MAHA. We Got This Covered · Feb 20
Stephen Colbert says Ex-Prince Andrew arrest Proves British Justice Beats America Stephen Colbert reacts to Prince Andrew’s arrest in the UK and uses the moment to deliver sharp jokes aimed squarely at Donald Trump. The Fashion Central · Feb 20
The ‘alternative scenario’ of an even bigger national debt disaster is in play after the Supreme Court ruled Trump’s tariffs illegal Federal debt was set to reach 120% of GDP by 2036, the CBO projected, but that assumed the tariffs would stay in place. Fortune · Feb 20
Angry Trump slams six Supreme Court justices who nixed his tariffs President Trump said he would move ahead with global tariffs even after the Supreme Court nixed many of his import fees in a major setback. Roll Call · Feb 20
Olympics visitors are invited beyond the Duomo to Milan's other stunning churches With the Winter Olympics drawing visitors to Milan, volunteers organized by the archdiocese’s youth ministry office are offering free visits to some of the city’s lesser-known churches The Independent UK · Feb 20
Big Tech’s surveillance dream in trouble Super Bowl Ring ad was the latest sign our cyberpunk nightmare is real. People are finally noticing Salon · Feb 20
Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to head CDC in addition to NIH President Trump has appointed Indian-American Dr. Jay Bhattacharya to lead both the NIH and CDC, a first for federal health leadership. This consolidation aims to synchronize health policy, bridging research and implementation. Bhattacharya, a physician and health economist, previously co-authored the Great Barrington Declaration, advocating against universal Covid -19 lockdowns. The Times of India · Feb 20
“Makes Me Cringe Unbearably Hard”: 73 Photos That Are Quite Difficult To Look At (New Pics) Awkwardness is a powerful emotion, so much so that you can feel it even if something embarrassing is happening to someone else, and not you. You cringe, maybe even go “Yikes,” then shake your head out of pity. These images may do the same for you, all of which we… Bored Panda · Feb 20
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariff plan In a 6-3 vote, the conservative-led court disputed Trump’s argument that a 1970s law gave him the power to impose tariffs The Independent UK · Feb 20
Trump says he is ‘considering’ military strike on Iran Latest comments come a day after he suggested a 10- to 15-day timeframe for Iran to agree to a new nuclear deal The Independent UK · Feb 20
The Times of India · Feb 20 ‘Full blown North Korea vibes’: Huge banner with Trump’s face displayed at Justice Department HQ sparks backlash A large banner bearing the face of US President Donald Trump has been displayed on the exterior of the Department of Justice (DOJ) headquarters in Washington, DC, drawing sharp reactions and fuelling debate over the administration’s relationship with federal law enforcement.
The Times of India · Feb 20 Donald Trump considering 'limited strike' on Iran to force nuclear deal US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was considering "limited strike" on Iran if it did not make a nuclear deal with America. This comes a day after he served an ultimatum to the Islamic nation to make a "meaningful deal" in 10 days or "bad things would…
We Got This Covered · Feb 20 Donald Trump’s ‘negotiation theatre’ busted as his claim of being ‘reasonably close’ to a Ukraine-Russia deal sinks European intelligence agencies confirm that Russia is planning something other than ending the war.
The Guardian - US · Feb 20 Trump illegally used executive power to impose global tariffs, supreme court rules US president vows to enact 10% global baseline tariff after calling the supreme court justices ‘a disgrace to the nation’
Fortune · Feb 20 Supreme Court slaps down $175 billion worth of Trump tariffs as unconstitutional Trump asserted tariff authority based on just two words, Chief Justice John Roberts wrote. “Those words cannot bear such weight.”
The Times of India · Feb 20 ‘Extremely brave’: Trump jokes about giving himself the Congressional Medal of Honor — is it possible? Former President Donald Trump humorously suggested he considered awarding himself the Congressional Medal of Honor after a 2018 visit to US troops in Iraq. He acknowledged this would be a significant stretch, as the award is reserved for military personnel demonstrating extreme bravery. Trump mentioned he might "test the law"…
The Independent UK · Feb 20 Epstein survivor who voted for Trump will be at his State of the Union address Tuesday Rep. Ro Khanna, the chief sponsor of the Epstein files discharge legislation, is bringing Haley Robson as his guest
Barchart · Feb 20 Stocks Rally After Supreme Court Rejects President Trumps Tariffs The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.43%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.33%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.60%. U.S. equities climbed on Friday morning as investors reacted to a landmark 6-3 Supreme...
The Guardian - US · Feb 20 Stephen Colbert on Andrew’s arrest: ‘Let’s hear it for British justice’ The late-night hosts expressed glee over Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest while also showing confusion over Trump’s board of peace
The Independent UK · Feb 20 Will Donald Trump attend men’s ice hockey final in Milan at Winter Olympics? The USA and Canada will contest the final, which is likely to be a politically charged event regardless of the president’s presence
The Independent UK · Feb 20 Vietnam War vets sue Trump over his beloved arch and claim he skipped congressional approval ‘Independence Arch’ would obstruct the historically significant view between Arlington House and the Lincoln Memorial, lawsuit says