# The Easy Way Or The Hard Way

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Podcast: [Perino on Politics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/perino-on-politics-6571233)
Published: 2026-02-23T22:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

It's the eve of the 2026 State of the Union, and there's lots to unpack following the Supreme Court's ruling against President Trump's use of an emergency statute to impose tariffs. Founder of the bipartisan government relations firm Mehlman Consulting and The Age of Distribution Substack, Bruce Mehlman, explains the potential impact on trade deals following the SCOTUS ruling. Dana and Bruce weigh in on several geopolitical issues, including tensions with Iran and the Mexican government's takedown of a major cartel leader. I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Bruce discusses the role of artificial intelligence and data centers in local communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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