US President Donald Trump and the First Lady arrived on the red carpet at the Kennedy Center Honours in Washington DC, where the president commented on his administration's tariff policy, emphasising national security benefits. Speaking on tariffs, Trump said, "We have tremendous flexibility with the current system. It's unbelievable for national security. I've ended eight wars, largely because of trade and because of tariffs."

He added, "If we go the other tariff route, it won't give you the same pure national security." As Trump highlighted what he sees as the security advantages of tariffs, his comments came ahead of a key Supreme Court ruling on whether he exceeded presidential authority in imposing broad duties.