A caller impersonating "John Barron" attacked the Supreme Court’s ruling on Trump’s tariffs, sparking speculation about Trump’s involvement.

On February 22, 2026, a caller using the alias "John Barron" criticized the Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision invalidating President Trump’s tariffs during a C-SPAN phone-in, sparking online speculation about whether former President Trump was behind the call due to the voice’s resemblance and the name’s historical link to him. The 32-second call, cut short by the host, drew attention for its aggressive tone and references to political figures, though C-SPAN and officials have not confirmed the caller’s identity. The ruling found Trump’s tariffs exceeded his authority without congressional approval.