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The Supreme Court is increasingly seen as the "last branch standing" to resolve national disputes, a role that strains its legitimacy. Author Sarah Isker's new book, 'Last Branch Standing,' examines the court's internal dynamics and its complex relationship with public opinion and other branches of government.
The Justice Department is facing significant legal defeats in its efforts to obtain sensitive state voter data. Despite numerous lawsuits, the department has lost every case on its merits, raising concerns about its motives and strategy. The legal battles are now heading towards higher courts, including the Supreme Court.
Calls are growing to impeach Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito over alleged ethical lapses involving luxury trips and undisclosed gifts from donors. The debate highlights the lack of mandatory ethics rules for the court and the crucial role of the upcoming Senate elections in shaping its future.
Small businesses continue to face rising costs due to tariffs, despite a Supreme Court ruling meant to halt them. Owner Nneka Christiane details how these tariffs increase her business expenses and create supply chain issues. The lack of recourse for compensation leaves many entrepreneurs struggling.
The California Supreme Court has halted Sheriff Chad Bianco's probe into 650,000 ballots, raising concerns about political motives. The sheriff, running for governor, based his investigation on questionable data from a private group, despite election officials disputing the findings.
The Supreme Court's decision to vacate Steve Bannon's conviction has sparked debate about fairness and political influence in the justice system. This move, following the DOJ's desire to drop the case, raises concerns about special treatment for Trump allies and potential misuse of taxpayer funds.
A Supreme Court case, Trump v. Barbara, challenges the long-standing principle of birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents. This analysis explores the legal history, public health implications, and fiscal arguments surrounding the case, highlighting concerns about creating stateless children and exacerbating health disparities.
The Supreme Court is examining a case that could restrict birthright citizenship for children of undocumented or temporary immigrants. This legal challenge is seen as a larger debate about America's identity and the meaning of the 14th Amendment. A ruling against birthright citizenship could impact hundreds of thousands of children annually and create widespread legal chaos.
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a challenge to birthright citizenship, a principle enshrined in the 14th Amendment for 150 years. The Trump administration's attempt to end automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents faced skepticism from justices. If overturned, the decision could impact millions and alter America's identity as a nation of immigrants.
The Supreme Court has overturned Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for minors, sparking widespread concern. Author Garrard Conley, who experienced the practice, warns it "thrives on the slow disintegration of the soul." Statistics show conversion therapy continues to harm LGBTQ+ youth, with a significant percentage reporting suicide attempts.
