Supreme Court tariff ruling; Epstein fallout; Olympics Day 14

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ADVERTISEMENT View in Browser | APNews DONATE View in Browser | APNews DONATE AP Afternoon Wire Advancing the Power of Facts Policy changes, but facts endure. AP delivers accurate, fact-based journalism to keep the world informed in every administration. Support independent reporting today. Donate. By Amy Langfield February 20, 2026 By Amy Langfield February 20, 2026 Good afternoon and welcome to your afternoon news update from AP. Today, the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping tariffs; New Mexico reopens the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch; and the formula that makes Norway such a superpower on the snow at the Olympics. UP FIRST President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House, Friday, in Washington. From left are Solicitor General John Sauer, Trump, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Supreme Court strikes down Trump's sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of his economic agenda  The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a stinging loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda. Furious about the defeat, Trump said he will impose a global 10% tariff as an alternative while pressing his trade policies by other means. The new tariffs would come under a law that restricts them to 150 days. Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Live updates: Trump says he'll sign an executive order to enact a 10% global tariff Trump has other tariff options after Supreme Court strikes down his worldwide import taxes Trump's made tariffs central to his presidency. Chaos may come next Live updates: Trump considers limited strikes on Iran even as diplomat says proposed deal is near Trump administration eases limits on coal plants for emitting mercury, other toxins All truckers and bus drivers will be required to take commercial driver's license tests in English US economic growth weaker than thought in fourth quarter with government shutdown, consumer pullback Virginia Democrats pass map that could flip 4 US House seats, if courts and voters approve US House campaigns are underway. Yet a redistricting battle triggered by Trump rages in some states Wisconsin passes expanded Medicaid for moms, would leave Arkansas as only state without it Nevada pays $100K to woman convicted for miscarriage under 1911 law House Speaker Mike Johnson denies request for Rev. Jesse Jackson to lie in honor in US Capitol TOP STORIES New Mexico reopens investigation into alleged illegal activity at Epstein's former Zorro Ranch New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, as allegations swirl about what role the secluded spot played in sexual abuse or sex trafficking of underage girls and young women. Although New Mexico's initial case was closed in 2019 at the request of federal prosecutors in New York, state prosecutors say now that "revelations outlined in the previously sealed FBI files warrant further examination." Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Lobbying firm co-founded by former UK ambassador Mandelson halts operations over Epstein fallout WATCH: Virginia Giuffre's family comment after former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct The former Prince Andrew went from helicopter pilot to trade envoy to royal pariah Norway's dominance at Winter Games based on tradition, depth and development Norway has set a new record for Winter Olympic gold medals with 17 in Italy this month so far and has room for more. Cross-country star Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo won half of his 10 career Olympic golds during these Games. The dominance has raised a familiar question: What makes Norway, a nation of 5.6 million people, such a superpower on the snow at the world's biggest winter sports event? Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Winter Olympics Medal Tracker Olympic photo highlights from Day 14 of the Milan Cortina Winter Games American freeskier Alex Ferreira completes his Olympic medal collection with a halfpipe gold Olympic freeskier Hunter Hess flashes an 'L' sign, says he stands by his statement and loves the USA Alysa Liu walked away from skating. Her fresh outlook when she returned helped her win Olympic gold Overtime and shootout rules at the Olympics change as the tournament unfolds Organizers of the Winter Games made clean energy a priority. Here's how they did it ADVERTISEMENT IN OTHER NEWS Forrest Welborn, right, leaves the courthouse with his attorney Steve Goodson, left, after being after being exonerated at a hearing for four men wrongfully accused in the 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders, at the Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center in Austin, Texas, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman via AP) Texas: Judge declares 4 men wrongly accused of 1991 Austin yogurt shop murders innocent Unexplained absence: Evo Morales reappears nearly 7 weeks after he vanished from the Bolivian public's view Manslaughter caused by gross negligence: Austrian court convicts man whose girlfriend died as they climbed the country's highest mountain 'Devastated beyond words': 6 women killed in California avalanche were among 8 close friends and experienced skiers on trip New York: Nurses and hospital system reach a tentative deal to end the city's largest nursing strike Shutdown could continue for days: Mississippi hospital system closes all clinics after ransomware attack Trader Joe's: Nearly 3.4 million pounds of recalled chicken fried rice products may contain glass Quiz: Test your knowledge of this week's news WATCH: Signs and symptoms of heart attacks in women TRENDING A building with the mural entitled 'Kalamata' depicting opera legend Maria Callas by artist Kleomenis Kostopoulos is seen in Kalamata town, about 150 miles southwest of Athens, on Feb. 9. (AP Photo/Petros Giannakouris) Olives, opera and a climate-neutral goal: How a mural in Greece won 'Best in the World' Long known for its olives and seaside charm, the southern Greek city of Kalamata has found itself in the spotlight thanks to a towering mural that reimagines legendary soprano Maria Callas as an allegory for the city itself. Please let us know what you think of this newsletter. You can sign up for more and invite a friend here. For news in real time visit APNews.com. - Amy Please let us know what you think of this newsletter. You can sign up for more and invite a friend here. For news in real time visit APNews.com. - Amy SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe   *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here. ADVERTISEMENT