February 20, 2026

House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar on the Supreme Court Decision to Strike Down Donald Trump’s Illegal Sweeping Tariffs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Democratic Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement on the Supreme Court's decision rejecting Donald Trump's illegal tariffs.

“Today’s Supreme Court decision overturning Donald Trump’s costly and chaotic tariffs is a huge win for the American people who have been footing the bill for the president’s petty politics.

“For nearly a year, American consumers and businesses across the country have been struggling to get by under the weight of these added taxes and now they will finally see some relief.

“From the beginning, Democrats have been calling out this administration for illegally sidestepping Congress in order to execute this disastrous trade policy that has been hurting hardworking families. Unfortunately, House Republicans have stood in the way at every turn.

“It’s time once and for all for Donald Trump to end these trade wars on our allies and actually address the affordability crisis he and House Republicans have created.”

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