Supreme Court
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Justice Alito’s WSJ Column Sparks New Originalism Debate
Justice Alito’s recent Wall Street Journal column renews debate on originalism, emphasizing a 'populist' constitutional interpretation approach.
Supreme Court’s 2026 Term Opens with Cases on Climate, Guns, and Immigration
The Supreme Court began its 2026 term with major cases on climate tort claims, gun rights, immigration enforcement, and religious land use.
Supreme Court Passes on Cases About Political Apparel, Gun Rights, COVID Mandates
SCOTUS declines to hear high-profile cases on 'Let's Go Brandon' sweatshirts, defamation verdicts, and Defense Dept. COVID mandates, leaving lower court rulings intact.
Justice Alito Discusses Supreme Court Retirement Plans Amid Speculation
Justice Samuel Alito speaks publicly on his Supreme Court retirement considerations, affecting the Court's future ideological balance.
Supreme Court Allows Tennessee to Execute Its Only Female Death-Row Inmate
On Sept 30, 2026, the Supreme Court lifted a stay enabling Tennessee to execute Christa Pike, the state's sole female death-row inmate, raising key death penalty questions.
Supreme Court to Hear Key Case on Trump-Era Deportation Policy
Supreme Court adds Trump-era third-country deportation policy case to December calendar, challenging executive power and due process rights.
Pak Supreme Court Postpones Hearing on Ex-PM Khan’s Hospital Transfer Case
Pakistan’s Supreme Court delayed ruling on Imran Khan’s medical transfer amid jurisdictional clash with Federal Constitutional Court.
Justice Jackson Critiques Supreme Court's Emergency Docket Handling
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warns that the Supreme Court's emergency docket risks judicial legitimacy due to inconsistent processes.
Supreme Court Will Revisit Trump-Era Birthright Citizenship Case
On Sept. 22, 2026, Supreme Court agreed to review Trump-era birthright citizenship enforcement case, impacting immigration law and administrative powers.
Supreme Court blocks Trump-era mail-in voting restrictions for 2026 midterms
The Supreme Court declined to impose new mail-in voting restrictions ahead of the 2026 midterms, preserving existing state procedures and signaling judicial restraint.
Six-Justice Supermajority Proposed for Key Supreme Court Decisions
A 2026 SCOTUSblog piece proposes requiring six justices to decide major Supreme Court rulings, reflecting debates on Court legitimacy and power balance.
Supreme Court Sees Record 45 Amicus Briefs in AR-15 Ban Case
The Supreme Court takes on AR-15 bans with 45 amicus briefs filed, signaling a pivotal moment for Second Amendment law and firearm regulation.
Supreme Court Reaffirms ‘Born Free and Equal’ Principle in February 2024 Statement
The Supreme Court reiterated the constitutional importance of ‘born free and equal’ in a Feb 2024 statement, linked to Lawrence v. Texas.
Supreme Court Denies Trump’s Bid to Revive Carroll Sexual Assault Appeal
The Supreme Court rejected Trump's request to revisit the E. Jean Carroll sexual assault and defamation appeal, finalizing $5M damages for Carroll.
Supreme Court to Hear Key Religious Discrimination Case This November
The Supreme Court's November 2026 docket includes Detwiler v. Mid-Columbia, a major religious discrimination case under Title VII.
Roberts’ judicial approach shapes Supreme Court trajectory amid challenges
Analysis of Chief Justice Roberts’ strategy and philosophy highlights potential impacts on Supreme Court decisions and legal precedents.
Senators Push Bill for 18-Year Supreme Court Term Limits
Senators propose the BATL Act for 18-year term limits amid record-low Supreme Court approval and calls for reforms.
Supreme Court Approval Falls to 33% in July 2026, a Historic Low
Supreme Court's approval rating hit a record low of 33% in July 2026 amid broad institutional distrust, signaling challenges for legal professionals.
Trump's Lawyers Ask Supreme Court to Overturn $83M Defamation Judgment
Trump's legal team petitions Supreme Court to overturn $83.3M defamation award to E. Jean Carroll over 2019 statements. Impact on presidential immunity debate.
Justice Gorsuch’s Historical Approach Reshapes Supreme Court Rulings
Justice Neil Gorsuch’s historical and textualist approach influences key Supreme Court decisions, signaling shifts in constitutional interpretation for legal pros.