Event Brief
Trump to Raise Global Tariffs Amid Weak State of Union
Filed: Feb 23, 2026 at 8:03 AM ET
Summary: President Trump announces a 15% increase in global tariffs as polls show Americans view the state of the union as weak.
WHO: President Trump
WHAT: Raising global tariffs to 15%
WHEN: Feb 23, 2026 at 7:30 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: To address economic concerns and respond to public sentiment
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