Originally published at: Supreme Court Conservatives’ Favorite Anti-Regulatory Trick Comes for Trump’s Tariffs
With increasing frequency in recent years, the White House has run afoul of a legal theory that has come into vogue among the Supreme Court’s conservatives: the major questions doctrine. It’s a trend we’ve covered quite a bit at TPM. The newish “doctrine” holds that for the executive branch to take action on a “major question,”…
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The Conservatives on the SC loved to say they are originalists, interpreting the Consititution based on its orginial meaning as understood at the it was adopted, until it comes in conflict with their pay masters, then all bets are off.
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Florida Man.
Simple solution. Nobody gets married and we all live in chastity or sin from the git go. I suspect living in sin will be more popular.
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That was brought up when he first went off. last week?
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Well, then you can’t get that Tiger by the tail.
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It is a golden age for him - he’s robbing the nation blind and no one seems to be doing much about it.
Yes, I know the courts found against him for the tariffs, but he’s already said he’s just going to try a different way under different legal permission, which will end up not being legal, but not for another year or so until it winds its way through the court system again.
I maintain the US Treasury will be fully depleted by the time he is done. Look what they’ve done to Minnesota, if you don’t follow my thought.
Minnesota has experienced significant economic damage recently, particularly due to federal immigration enforcement operations, which have resulted in an estimated $203 million impact on the local economy. Small businesses, especially in the food and retail sectors, have reported substantial revenue losses, with some estimates indicating losses of up to $81 million in January 2026 alone.
Overview of Economic Damage in Minnesota
Impact of Operation Metro Surge
Operation Metro Surge has significantly affected Minnesota’s economy, particularly in January 2026. The operation, which involved a large presence of federal immigration enforcement agents, has led to widespread financial losses across various sectors.
Estimated Financial Losses
Category Estimated Losses Total Economic Impact $203.1 million Small Business Revenue Losses Up to $81 million Consumer Spending Decline $626 million (2.9%) Food and Accommodation Spending 3.8% statewide decline
Affected Sectors
Small Businesses: Many small businesses, especially restaurants and bars, reported major revenue losses. Over 750 establishments experienced losses of approximately $20,000 per week.
Consumer Spending: There was a notable decline in consumer spending, particularly in food and accommodation sectors, which saw even larger reductions.
Community and Social Impact
The operation has not only caused economic damage but also affected community well-being. Many residents, particularly immigrants and people of color, have faced increased hardships, including reduced access to services and heightened fear of enforcement actions.
Conclusion
The economic damage from Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is substantial, with ongoing assessments expected to reveal further impacts as data continues to be collected.
northstarpolicy.org
minneapolismn.gov
City of Minneapolis
https://www.minneapolismn.gov › news › 2026 › february › oms-impact
Operation Metro Surge results in 203 million … - City of Minneapolis
Feb 13, 2026That task is more difficult as economic activity in the City declines while City expenses increase in response to this crisis. The assessment underscores an urgent need for financial assistance from the federal government, from the State of Minnesota and ongoing private philanthropic dollars to aid in the recovery that lies ahead.
The Guardian
‘These are people’s livelihoods’: Minnesota’s economy in crisis amid …
Feb 10, 2026’These are people’s livelihoods’: Minnesota’s economy in crisis amid ICE surge Small businesses across the Twin Cities are suffering and owners say ‘Metro Surge’ could be worse than …
5 Eyewitness News
How Minneapolis is tallying the cost of ICE; Report says small …
5 days agoMinneapolis is facing significant financial losses due to immigration enforcement operations, with a reported $200 million economic hit in January.
MSN
ICE surge cost Minneapolis over $200 million: City officials - MSN
Minneapolis officials said on Friday that Operation Metro Surge, a federal immigration enforcement deployment by the Trump administration, cost the city at least $203 million.
Star Tribune
https://www.startribune.com › economic-impact-ice-immigration-surge-minneapolis › 601581894
ICE surge costs Minneapolis economy $200 million: city study
7 days agoICE surge leaves Minneapolis with staggering economic, societal impacts, city says A preliminary city study found 1 in 5 Minneapolis residents are now in urgent need of food assistance.
New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com › 2026 › 02 › 02 › business › economy › minnesota-ice-economy-damage.html
Minnesota Economy Suffers as I.C.E. Cracks Down - The New York Times
Feb 2, 2026The Latino Economic Development Center, a nonprofit lender, found that only a fifth of its clients who responded to a survey were operating normally, and half were experiencing “critical” damage.
MPR News
MPR NewsWalz readies aid for Minnesota businesses hurt by ICE
Feb 12, 2026Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said Thursday he’ll back an aid package to support state businesses, especially immigrant-owned business, hurt by the surge of federal immigration agents in Minnesota …
CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com › minnesota › news › minnesota-ice-economic-impact-operation-metro-surge
How the ICE crackdown is impacting Minnesota’s economy
Jan 21, 2026According to the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, nearly 60% of the state’s total labor force and employment growth came from foreign-born workers from 2019 to 2023.
Minnesota’s State Portal
https://mn.gov › governor › newsroom › press-releases › ?id=724810
Press Releases / Office of Governor Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy …
Feb 12, 2026This announcement builds on efforts to highlight the economic impact of the surge on Minnesota businesses. Earlier this week, Governor Walz visited Malcolm Yards and was joined by local business owners to hear firsthand accounts of challenges in the hospitality and retail sectors.
https://northstarpolicy.org › business-impacts
FACT SHEET: ICE Enforcement is Disrupting Minnesota’s Economy
Jan 14, 2026The surge is disrupting Minnesota’s economy by closing businesses, reducing customer traffic, destabilizing the workforce, and creating fear that keeps workers and consumers home. Statewide Economic & Workforce Impacts Minnesota is facing a statewide economic crisis tied to ICE enforcement.
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And if you believe that, I’ve got a bridge I can shut down for you.
Wait..what? That really happened? Oh..damn. Those old saws don’t work anymore under Trump, do they?
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He must have gotten this from the Old Old Testament that’s been lost to history..
And while it sounds excessively harsh, at least he hasn’t gotten to stoning…yet.
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Trump doesn’t control the money supply, nor can he.
Minnesota cannot print currency.
Classic false analogy.
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I keep wondering how is he going to divert 10 billion to his board of peace? Or will congress actually give it to him?
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I believe the tariffs are basically an extension of his belligerent, hyper-aggressive, in-your-face, bullying, abusive, and sadistic personality. It’s his main weapon he wields against any country that displeases him for any reason, and has nothing to do with the usual sensible reasons to enact tariffs, such as protect nascent industries, punitive measures against countries dumping products at excessively low prices, etc.
And, of course, the other reason is so that he and his donors can cash in on the predictable stock market swings every time he places or removes a tariff.
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He doesn’t control the money supply, but he seems to be either taking it away to give to himself off-shore in Qatar (f’rinstance, the 10 billion dollars he wants in response to the IRS audit nonsense) or to other organizations he sponsors (f’rinstance, the new Peace Organization he’s started up.
During his presidency, Donald Trump’s businesses reportedly received payments from various federal agencies, including the Defense Department and the State Department, totaling millions of dollars. These payments were made for services and accommodations at Trump-owned properties, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and the use of taxpayer funds for personal gain.
Key Organizations and Payment Details
Organization/Entity Payment Amount (Approx.) Purpose/Details Trump Organization $7.8 million Payments from foreign governments for services Trump International Hotel $15,000 State Department event expenses Trump National Doral Miami $270,000 Defense Department events Trump properties (various) $1 million+ Federal employee stays and events Trump Tower $5.5 million Payments from China and other foreign entities
Notable Instances
The Defense Department spent nearly $1 million at Trump properties between 2017 and 2019.
Payments included hotel stays and event rentals for federal employees at Trump-owned locations.
Reports indicated that Trump received significant funds from foreign governments, which were linked to his businesses.
These payments have led to ongoing discussions about transparency and accountability in government spending related to private interests.
This, too.
https://www.npr.org/2026/02/18/nx-s1-5702503/trump-government-lawsuits-pay-himself-billions
ETA: And you are also correct that Minnesota can’t print its own currency, so where will Minnesota get the budget short-fall from when it’s clear that the First Felon is determined to bankrupt the State by refusing to allocate the funds the Congress has already allocated (which probably had other intentions, than correcting an economic tsunami that the ICEholes have caused).
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