The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court, particularly under Trump’s appointees, has made several controversial rulings recently. Most notably, it overturned Roe v. Wade and made presidents immune from consequences for "official acts", eliminating the constitutional right to abortion and significantly impacting women's reproductive rights. The Court also made it illegal to be homeless, forgive student loans, limited federal authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, and favored religious exemptions in employment discrimination cases. Additionally, its decisions on voting rights have implications for how elections are conducted. These rulings reflect a conservative shift in legal interpretations and have been further complicated by ethical controversies surrounding some justices.
Justice Scandals
The current Supreme Court has faced significant scrutiny over allegations of corruption and ethical misconduct among its justices. Clarence Thomas has been criticized for accepting luxury gifts and undisclosed financial support from wealthy donors, raising concerns about the influence of money on judicial impartiality. Brett Kavanaugh, meanwhile, has faced serious allegations of sexual assault, which many believe were inadequately addressed during his confirmation process, casting doubt on the integrity of the proceedings. Additionally, justices like Amy Coney Barrett have drawn attention for their close ties to political donors and organizations, leading to fears that the Court prioritizes partisan interests over justice. These issues collectively undermine public trust in the judiciary and highlight the urgent need for reform within the nation's highest court.
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Samuel Alito Flies the Flag Upside Down
Brett Kavanaugh Sexual Assault Scandal
Amy Coney Barrett's Religious Community With Actual Handmaids
Neil Gorsuch Hates Disabled People
John Roberts and his Court with No Honor
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Controversial Rulings
The current Supreme Court has issued a series of controversial rulings that have raised alarm among many Americans, including decisions that roll back reproductive rights and undermine voting protections. Former President Trump has already appointed over 200 judges to the federal bench, including nearly as many powerful federal appeals court judges in just four years as Barack Obama appointed in eight. If Trump were to be re-elected, he could replace some of the older justices with younger, more ideologically extreme MAGA judges, further entrenching a conservative agenda. This potential shift poses a significant threat to the freedoms and rights of future generations, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance and advocacy to protect democratic principles and civil liberties amidst changing judicial power.
Trump v. United States
Can a president be immune from official acts?
Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo (Overturning Chevron Deference)
Should courts defer to a federal agency’s reasonable interpretation of an ambiguity in a law that the agency enforces?
Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (Overturning Roe v. Wade)
Does the constitution of the United States protect the right to have an abortion?
Fischer v. U.S.
Was the law too harsh on January 6 rioters (including Donald Trump himself?)
Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard
Is it racist to have race-based quotas in college admissions?
Grants Pass v. Johnson
Do penalties for camping on public land constitute cruel and unusual punishment of homeless people?
Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission
Can Businesses refuse services based on their personal religious beliefs?
Carson v. Makin
Should religious schools be excluded from tuitioning law, and given public funds?
Kennedy v. Bremerton School District
Does losing your job over public religious display in schools violate your first amendment right to free speech?
Burwell v. Hobby Lobby
Can a business restrict healthcare for their employees like birth control based on their religious beliefs?
303 Creative LLC v. Elenis
Can a web designer refuse to create work that violates her values, even if she hasn’t even been asked to do it before?
Biden v. Nebraska
Does the Secretary of Education have the power to waive student loans?
Snyder v. United States
Is it legal for state and local officials to accept gratuities?
West Virginia v. EPA
Can the EPA regulate carbon dioxide emissions related to climate change?
Americans for Prosperity Foundation v. Bonta
Do non-profit organizations need to disclose the identities of their donors?
Upcoming Cases
Free Speech Coalition Inc v. Paxton
Can content be regulated in a way that protects adult’s speech if passed in the name of protecting kids from sexual material online?
BPJ v. West Virginia State Board of Education
Can those who are transgender participate in school sports?
LW v. Skrmetti
Are people under 18 allowed to receive gender affirming care?