Key Takeaways
- President Trump admitted the government shutdown negatively impacted Republicans in recent elections.
- The Supreme Court heard arguments on presidential authority to impose tariffs under a 1977 emergency powers law.
- Federal judges in Chicago ruled against administration immigration policies, ordering facility improvements and limiting force.
- The government shutdown became the longest on record at 37 days, with ongoing bipartisan negotiations.
Deep Dive
- The Supreme Court heard arguments challenging President Trump's authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977.
- Justices expressed skepticism, questioning if Congress intended a loophole for import regulation without tariffs.
- Justice Kavanaugh questioned the scope of congressional intent, while lawyer Benjamin Gutman argued tariffs are a distinct power.
- Justice Gorsuch voiced concern about Congress delegating core functions to the president.
- A ruling from the Court on this matter is expected by July.
- President Trump attributed Republican losses in recent elections to the government shutdown.
- The shutdown continued for a record 37 days.
- President Trump urged Senate Republicans to eliminate the filibuster to pass funding.
- Senator Mike Rounds and other GOP members expressed opposition to ending the filibuster, citing concerns for Senate tradition.
- Bipartisan talks emerged for a short-term funding measure, with Democrats emphasizing preserving Obamacare subsidies.
- Federal judges in Chicago ruled against the Trump administration's immigration enforcement tactics.
- One judge ordered improvements for an immigration holding facility in Broadview, citing overcrowding, lack of sleeping mats, and inadequate hygiene supplies.
- Another judge limited federal agents' use of force against protesters.
- A senior official was mandated to provide testimony regarding enforcement practices.