'I can do anything I want': Trump warns of 'even stronger methods' after SC tariff blow
Times of India
by TOI BUSINESS DESKFebruary 20, 2026
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Donald Trump has vowed to take even stronger action following the Supreme Court’s ruling that struck down his sweeping global tariffs. In a White House address, Trump declared, “I can do anything I want,” signaling his intent to bypass Congress and implement new trade measures. He threatened to impose a 10% global tariff, adding it to existing tariffs under Section 122, while also launching additional investigations under Section 301 to combat unfair trading practices.
The Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling determined that Trump had unlawfully used emergency powers to impose tariffs without congressional approval. The decision invalidated a key component of Trump’s trade strategy, which had been central to his second-term agenda. Trump expressed frustration, calling the ruling “deeply disappointing” and accusing justices of lacking the courage to do what he deemed right for the country.
The tariffs in question were part of Trump’s broader effort to reshape global trade relations during his presidency. By invoking emergency authority under a 95-year-old law, he had imposed reciprocal duties on nearly all countries, including allies like Canada and Mexico. The court’s
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/20/2026