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abortion-rights
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1 week ago
US news

Democrats, Sensing Shift on Abortion Rights Among Latinas, Push for More Gains

Latinx voters increasingly support abortion rights, challenging previous assumptions and impacting electoral strategies. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Law

Harris Warns of Supreme Court's Future Rulings: I Worry About Fundamental Freedoms'

Vice President Kamala Harris warns about Supreme Court's potential to limit civil rights and personal freedoms for Americans. [ more ]
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presidential-power
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US news

Justice Kavanaugh on the Presidency, the Court and Taylor Swift

Justice Kavanaugh reflects on presidential power and the demands of being a Supreme Court justice versus being president. [ more ]
The Atlantic
3 weeks ago
Law

Trump Is Getting What He Wants

Supreme Court may lean towards limiting criminal prosecution of presidents rather than granting absolute immunity. [ more ]
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Left-wing politics
www.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

Supreme court justice Samuel Alito faces criticism after Trump-supporting flag reportedly seen outside his home live

Allegations of raising controversial flag outside a Supreme Court justice's house spark partisan reactions and ethical concerns about the court's credibility. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Wants to Prosecute Biden. He Also Thinks Presidents Deserve Immunity.

Former President Trump's argument for immunity from charges highlights the irony of his own threats to use the legal system for political revenge. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Sure Sounds Like the Supreme Court Is About to Give Trump a Big Win!

Trump faces multiple ongoing federal and state trials while running for president. [ more ]
moreLeft-wing politics
criminal-prosecution
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Law

Trump's immunity arguments and the experiences of the justices who might support it

The Supreme Court's conservative justices' personal experiences significantly influence their perspectives on legal matters. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Possible delay and crime incentives: key takeaways from Trump immunity case

The Supreme Court appears unlikely to grant Trump absolute immunity from prosecution, but justices express interest in remanding the case for further review. [ more ]
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trump
Intelligencer
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Trump Had a Good Day in One Court

Justice system's handling of presidential crimes amid Trump's legal battles. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

SCOTUS Conservatives Show Their Whole Asses In Trump Immunity Argument

The Supreme Court heard arguments in Trump's attempt to dismiss a federal election interference case based on presidential immunity. [ more ]
Boston.com
3 weeks ago
Law

What to know about the Supreme Court case about immunity for former President Trump

The Supreme Court is considering whether former President Trump can be prosecuted for actions related to overturning the 2020 election. [ more ]
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presidential-power
time.com
3 weeks ago
Law

From Military Coups to Selling Nuclear Secrets, Supreme Court Wrestles With Implications of Granting Trump Immunity

The Supreme Court wrestles with the practical implications of granting former President Trump immunity from criminal prosecution. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Here's the latest on the argument.

The Supreme Court will decide if Trump can face trial for alleged election subversion, impacting the scope of presidential power and timing of potential trial. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Supreme Court to Hear Trump's Claim to Absolute Immunity'

The Supreme Court will decide if Trump must face trial, impacting the scope of presidential power and possibly delaying trial until after the 2024 election. [ more ]
Axios
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court to decide Trump's fate - and its own

The Supreme Court hearing on Trump's immunity from prosecution is crucial for both him and the institution, with significant implications for the presidency's future. [ more ]
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abortion-rights
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Opinion | How Biden Could Turn a Supreme Court Loss on Abortion Into a Win

The Supreme Court might prioritize a case on emergency abortions and EMTALA over one limiting mifepristone access, with significant implications for reproductive rights and the upcoming election. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Law

Heated arguments at the Supreme Court in newest abortion case

State and federal conflict over emergency abortions debated in Supreme Court [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court Appears Sharply Divided in Emergency Abortion Case

The Supreme Court is divided over allowing emergency abortions in states with near-total bans, impacting access to abortion in emergency rooms nationwide. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme court hears rightwing challenge to emergency abortion care in hospitals live

The Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging the Biden administration's requirement for hospitals to perform abortions in emergencies. [ more ]
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Left-wing politics
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Whoa! I Almost Wanted To Buy It' Biden Mocks Trump Bible In Blistering Abortion Rights Speech

President Joe Biden mocks Trump's Bible during a speech on reproductive rights. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Supreme Court hears case about emergency abortion care

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to Idaho's abortion ban in medical emergencies, part of ongoing fallout from reversing Roe v. Wade. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Biden to Give Abortion-Focused Speech in Florida, Tying State Ban to Trump

President Biden is expected to condemn Florida's six-week abortion ban in a speech in Tampa, blaming former President Trump for its enactment. [ more ]
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federal-law
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Justices Seemed Split on Emergency Abortion Access

Supreme Court debates emergency abortions in states with near-total bans, impacting broader abortion access and potential fetal personhood implications. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

5 Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho's Abortion Ban

Idaho's near-total abortion ban challenged in Supreme Court for potentially violating federal law on emergency care. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Two Lawsuits, in Texas and Idaho, Highlight Fight Over Emergency Medicine Law

Pressure on Supreme Court to settle federal law pre-empting state abortion bans. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court to Examine Clash Between Idaho Abortion Ban and Federal Law

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the conflict between Idaho's near-total abortion ban and a federal law protecting emergency care for pregnant women. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Law

What's at stake as the Supreme Court hears Idaho case about abortion in emergencies

Abortion case before Supreme Court due to conflict between Idaho law and federal emergency care law. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Why the EMTALA SCOTUS Case Is One of the Most Infuriating Since Dobbs

The Supreme Court to hear a case on Idaho's near-total abortion ban and its conflict with federal law on emergency care. [ more ]
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criminal-prosecution
time.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court to Decide Whether Donald Trump Can Be Criminally Prosecuted

The Supreme Court will decide if a former President can be subjected to criminal prosecution, raising fundamental questions on presidential power. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
3 weeks ago
Law

What to know in the Supreme Court case about immunity for former President Trump

The Supreme Court scheduled a special session to decide if Trump can be prosecuted for interfering with the 2020 election. [ more ]
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Law
Above the Law
1 week ago
Law

Exposing The Wild Ethical Lapses Of The Supreme Court Is Good For Your Career

Investigative journalism uncovers Supreme Court justices receiving undisclosed lavish gifts, influencing decisions and prompting the Court's first code of conduct. [ more ]
ABA Journal
2 weeks ago
Law

Chemerinsky: SCOTUS winds up term with rulings expected on major cases about government power, accountability

Significant cases involving scope of government power and accountability are pending at the Supreme Court, notably Trump v. United States. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 week ago
Law

Supreme Court Advocates Going Hungry Thanks To New Argument Format

Under the new argument format at the Supreme Court, advocates in the second case face challenges due to longer schedules and justices' fatigue. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 week ago
Law

John Oliver Tries Yet Again To Bribe Clarence Thomas Into Retiring From SCOTUS With $1 Million A Year Offer

John Oliver offers $1 million/year to Clarence Thomas to resign from Supreme Court. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 week ago
Law

Sotomayor Says A Woman Chief Justice May Be Unlikely In Her Lifetime

The Supreme Court can be slow to enact change due to justices' lifelong tenures. [ more ]
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
6 days ago
Law

Back When the Supreme Court Got It Right On IP: Kewanee, 50 Years Later

The 1974 case Kewanee v. Bicron restored respectability to trade secret law, marking a significant moment in legal history. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
5 days ago
Coronavirus

Supreme Court denies California's plea for immunity for COVID-19 deaths at San Quentin

California prison officials denied immunity for COVID-19 transfer leading to outbreak at San Quentin, facing lawsuits now. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 week ago
Data science

Generating Predictions For Grants Pass v. Johnson Using Artificial Intelligence

The development of an artificial intelligence engine, OLA, for predicting Supreme Court justices' voting tendencies based on oral arguments. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
22 hours ago
US news

What Do Judicial Rules Say About Alito and a Stop the Steal' Symbol?

The display of an upside-down American flag outside Justice Alito's house raised concerns about impartiality and ethics rules. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 days ago
US news

Supreme Court, for Now, Allows Louisiana Voting Map to Move Forward

The Supreme Court temporarily revived a congressional map in Louisiana, impacting Democrats' chances of gaining control. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
19 hours ago
US news

Display at Alito's Home Renews Questions of Supreme Court's Impartiality

Concerns raised over the Supreme Court's ethical standards and perceived fairness of rulings post events like the Stop the Steal symbol incident. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 day ago
US news

At Justice Alito's house, a 'Stop the Steal' symbol on display

Some Trump supporters displayed upside-down flags post-election to contest Biden's victory. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
Black Lives Matter

Supreme Court orders La. to use contested map for election

Supreme Court orders Louisiana to use a House map with a second mostly Black district for 2024 elections. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 day ago
Law

Opinion | Is There a Constitutional Right to Talk About Abortion?

The Supreme Court has vigorously protected free speech rights, expanding coverage even to controversial activities like refusing to pay union dues. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 day ago
Law

Former Supreme Court Judge Reveals He Partly Retired Because a Democrat Was in the White House

Justice Breyer retired due to age and desire to write a book, influenced to some degree by Democrat in office. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
23 hours ago
Law

Dems criticize Justice Alito over upside-down flag at his home

Calls for ethics standards on Supreme Court intensified after Justice Alito's flag incident. [ more ]
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22 hours ago
Social justice

Fox's John Roberts Criticizes Left-Wing Media' Outrage Over Samuel Alito's Wife Raising Stop the Steal' Flag

Fox News anchor defended Justice Alito's upside-down flag as a response to a neighborhood feud, downplaying its significance. [ more ]
Axios
2 days ago
Social justice

Hernandez v. Texas: A 1954 landmark case helped Mexican Americans

The Hernandez v. Texas ruling in May 1954 granted Mexican Americans the right to serve on a jury, setting a precedent for civil rights battles. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 day ago
Law

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

A weekly roundup of key legal news stories from How Appealing blog. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court's Shadow Docket Is Making Life Tougher For Justice Department Attorneys

The shadow docket has increased workload for US Solicitor General's office, prompting the need to add more attorneys in 2024. [ more ]
The Nation
2 weeks ago
US Elections

The Media's Coverage of Trump's Immunity Case Has Been Appalling

The national media is failing to critically report on the Supreme Court case involving Trump's potential immunity from crimes during office. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

How a Supreme Court Immunity Ruling Could Affect Trump's Election Case

The Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's claims of executive immunity may potentially help him by removing some allegations from indictment and delaying the trial till after the election. [ more ]
The Nation
3 weeks ago
US Elections

The Supreme Court's 5 Male Justices Are Fully in the Tank for Trump

The Supreme Court is seen as favoring Trump and assisting his delaying tactics in legal proceedings. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Six takeaways from Trump immunity hearing and New York hush money trial

Trump faces two criminal cases as Supreme Court reviews immunity claim. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

The Supreme Court Hints at a Break for Trump

The Supreme Court's conservative majority indicated leaning towards narrowing the scope of the criminal case against Trump based on the notion of presidential immunity. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Here are the lawyers arguing before the Supreme Court.

The lawyers arguing before the Supreme Court have been involved in key legal battles of Trump's presidency. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
Medicine

North Carolina and West Virginia's transgender care coverage policies discriminate, judges rule

Refusal to cover transgender health care by government-funded insurance is discriminatory. [ more ]
www.esquire.com
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Supreme Court Appears Divided on Emergency Abortions In Idaho v. United States

The Idaho v. United States case centers around a conflict between the state's anti-choice law and the federal Emergency Treatment And Labor Act (EMTALA). [ more ]
Above the Law
2 weeks ago
Law

In The Trump Immunity Case, The Supreme Court Is Not Writing A 'Rule For The Ages'

The Supreme Court decides cases and does not write rules for the ages. Legislatures draft broad laws governing conduct generally, while courts rule narrowly based on the facts before them. [ more ]
Patently-O
2 weeks ago
JavaScript

Ikorongo Challenges Federal Circuit's Heightened "Same Invention" Requirement for Reissue Patents

Ikorongo Technology filed a petition to challenge Federal Circuit's standard for 'same invention' requirement in reissue patents. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
JavaScript

You Little F*cking 26-Year-Old!' James Carville Torches Young Voters for Not Supporting Biden

Young voters urged to not sit out elections by Democratic strategist James Carville, highlighting the dire consequences of another Trump presidency. [ more ]
The New Yorker
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Trump's "Bonkers" Immunity Claim, with Neal Katyal

Discussion on Donald Trump's argument for Presidential immunity by Neal Katyal on The Washington Roundtable podcast. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

The Most Harmony At The Beginning Of A Term In The Modern Supreme Court

The number of oral arguments per term at the Supreme Court has decreased significantly over the years, leading to a potential rise in consensus among the justices. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

What's Next in Trump's Immunity Case

The Supreme Court's ruling on Mr. Trump's immunity case might impact his trial completion before the election. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
JavaScript

OK, OK, Can We Call It Immunity?!' Justice Gorsuch Gets Exasperated With Special Counsel's Lawyer in Testy Exchange

The Supreme Court hearing regarding total presidential immunity with Justice Gorsuch getting frustrated over the use of semantics. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Law

Amid Cases on Abortion and Trump, Roberts Reflects on Supreme Court's Work

Oral arguments are crucial in the Supreme Court's decision-making process, shaping both the outcome and rationale of cases. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Law

You Did Not Hallucinate That!' Chris Hayes Stupefied That Trump's Past Impeachment Argument Contradicts Immunity Claim Before Supreme Court

Chris Hayes highlights Trump's contradictory legal arguments between his impeachment trial and current Supreme Court case. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Law

A Supreme Court Justice Gave Us Alarming New Evidence That He's Living in MAGA World

Conservatives on the Supreme Court seem to support the idea of presidential immunity for Trump despite lack of constitutional basis. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Parties before the Supreme Court often fund groups backing their arguments without disclosure, creating potential influence gaps. [ more ]
The New Yorker
3 weeks ago
Law

King Donald's Day at the Supreme Court

Donald Trump's belief in an unfettered Presidency and his ability to garner support for his extreme views is concerning. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Law

How David Pecker's Testimony Could Catch Donald Trump

Discussion on Trump's criminal trial, student protests on Gaza, and Supreme Court cases. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Will Supreme Court make Trump immune from Jan. 6 prosecution?

The Supreme Court is considering the extent of a former president's immunity from prosecution for official acts during their tenure. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

BREAKING: Supreme Court That Blocked Vaccine Mandates & Quarantine Orders Suddenly VERY Concerned About Immunity.

The Supreme Court is discussing whether a former president has blanket immunity from crimes related to official acts, including assassinating political rivals. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Law

US Supreme Court hears arguments on Trump immunity plea DW 04/25/2024

Trump seeks immunity from criminal prosecution for actions during his presidency, a decision with significant implications for his potential third presidential run. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Supreme Court to hear arguments on Trump immunity case

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on Trump's immunity claim in an election subversion case, impacting his legal battles and potential political future. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Clarence Thomas Kicks Off Trump Immunity Hearing By Saying Past Presidents Have Been Part Of Coups Without Prosecution

Presidents should not have immunity from committing serious crimes like treason, sedition, and election fraud.
The Constitution does not provide blanket criminal immunity for the president but allows for checks on abuses of power. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

The Supreme Court Used To Do Its Job A Lot Faster

The Supreme Court's first-ever decided case was resolved immediately after the oral argument. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
JavaScript

Why Shouldn't We Send it Back?' Chief Justice Roberts Suggests Kicking the Can Down the Road on Trump Immunity Case

Chief Justice John Roberts suggested delaying the decision on Trump's immunity case to potentially allow for further legal proceedings. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson Grills Trump Attorney About Dangers of Allowing Most Powerful Person in the World' to Be Immune from Prosecution

Supreme Court Justice questions if presidents should have immunity for official acts. [ more ]
Washingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
3 weeks ago
Law

Insomnia Cookies, Picnic Blankets: Waiting in Line for Trump's Supreme Court Case - Washingtonian

People wait overnight outside the Supreme Court to hear oral arguments, showing great dedication and interest in legal proceedings. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
3 weeks ago
US Elections

Witness testimony to continue in Trump's hush money trial

Former President Trump faces multiple criminal cases including election subversion and mishandling classified documents. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court takes up Donald Trump's claim of 'absolute immunity' from criminal prosecution

No one, including the president, is above the law, as affirmed by Supreme Court justices. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
3 weeks ago
Law

US Supreme Court hears arguments on Idaho abortion law this week. How did we get here?

Supreme Court to decide emergency abortion access fate in Idaho. [ more ]
Washington Post
3 weeks ago
Law

By looking to future, Supreme Court may push Trump's D.C. trial past election

The Supreme Court's decision regarding Trump's potential prosecution could impact future presidential power and accountability. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court to consider when doctors can provide emergency abortions in states with bans

Supreme Court to decide on doctors providing abortions during medical emergencies in states with bans post-Roe v. Wade.
Restricted access in Idaho leads to challenges in emergency care, impacting women's lives and prompting federal complaints. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court to examine a federal-state conflict over emergency abortions

The Supreme Court is hearing a case from Idaho focusing on abortion rights. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Opinion | The Supreme Court Has Already Botched the Trump Immunity Case

The Supreme Court's delay in reviewing Donald Trump's immunity case undermines legal accountability and democratic values. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

Watergate Lawyer Shares Worries Over Trump's Presidential Immunity Claims At The Supreme Court

The concept of presidential immunity may be expanded, allowing former President Trump to claim immunity from criminal prosecution. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
Law

What to know in the Supreme Court case about immunity for former President Trump

The Supreme Court will hear arguments on prosecuting Donald Trump over attempts to undo the 2020 election loss. [ more ]
Kqed
3 weeks ago
California

Supreme Court Hears Pivotal Homeless Case | KQED

The Supreme Court is hearing a case on homeless camping restrictions. [ more ]
www.queerty.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Kari Lake drives her Senate campaign further into the ground with more chaos & courtroom embarrassments

Kari Lake's legal challenges related to her gubernatorial defeat continue to result in losses, with the Supreme Court dismissing her lawsuit against electronic voting machines. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court tosses Lake suit about electronic voting machines

The Supreme Court dismissed Kari Lake's lawsuit challenging electronic voting machines in Arizona based on speculative concerns of potential future hacking. [ more ]
time.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court Will Take Up the Legal Fight Over Ghost Guns, Firearms Without Serial Numbers

The Supreme Court will review a Biden administration appeal on regulating ghost guns, focusing on parts tracking and background checks to combat their increasing presence in crimes. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Law

Supreme Court will take up the legal fight over ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers

The Supreme Court is considering the Biden administration's appeal on regulating ghost guns after lower courts struck down the regulation. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Marketing

TikTok faces its biggest threat yet; Earth Day tips for sustainable living

TikTok faces potential ban in the U.S. if ByteDance doesn't sell it within a year.
Important Supreme Court case on homelessness and punishments for sleeping outside without shelter. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
4 weeks ago
Law

Ann Rostow: The Shadow Doesn't Know - San Francisco Bay Times

The Supreme Court's ruling on Idaho's ban on transgender youth treatments was limited to two plaintiffs, prompting concerns over judicial power. [ more ]
Truthout
4 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Plurality of Voters Do Not Want Justice Sonia Sotomayor to Resign, Polling Shows

Calls for Justice Sotomayor to resign ahead of 2024 election face resistance from majority of American voters. [ more ]
Intelligencer
4 weeks ago
Law

The Idea of Presidential Immunity Is Not As Ridiculous As You've Heard

Immunity is a complex issue that extends to federal officials but remains uncertain in criminal cases. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
4 weeks ago
Law

Elena Kagan Headed Off Disaster While Delivering a Victory for Civil Rights

Supreme Court case Muldrow v. St. Louis was a civil rights victory for employees facing discriminatory job transfers. [ more ]
Intelligencer
4 weeks ago
Law

Why Are Republicans Suddenly Sounding So Pro-Choice?

The Supreme Court's decision on abortion is shifting legislative power to voters, leading to controversial moves like enforcing a 19th-century abortion ban in Arizona. [ more ]
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