Trump Says Alternatives Will Be Used to Replace Rejected Tariffs
Bloomberg Markets and Finance
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February 20, 2026 at 07:15 PM UTC
Bearish
85% Confidence
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Key Points
- Supreme Court rejected specific tariffs, but Trump claims he can still impose more severe trade restrictions.
- Trump states he has the right to 'destroy the trade' and 'destroy the country' through embargoes and cutting off business, even if he can't charge a dollar fee.
- He asserts 'powerful alternatives' will be used, implying continued aggressive trade policy.
AI Summary
President Trump reacted to a Supreme Court decision striking down certain tariffs, expressing frustration but asserting his ability to use 'powerful alternatives' like trade embargoes or cutting off all trade. He views the court's decision as incorrectly limiting his ability to charge fees while affirming more drastic measures.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bearish | 85% |
| Consensus | Bearish | 85% |