Supreme Court News and Blog Posts

In summary, the state of presidential immunity has changed over time due to various Supreme Court holdings. Those in favor of presidential immunity argue that it prevents retaliatory prosecutions and protects the ability of the executive branch to function. Those in opposition to the recent definition of presidential immunity argue that it compromises executive accountability, weakens checks and balances, and threatens the democratic rule of law.

On Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from prosecution on charges regarding attempts to overturn the 2020 election, a ruling that expanded presidential power. The vote was 6 to 3, with the court’s liberal justices dissenting.

If Biden is re-elected, how ironic it will be that he will have Trump’s three Supreme Court appointees to thank. Without them, Roe vs. Wade would still be in place, and the 2024 election would be decided on immigration, inflation and Gaza.

The Alabama ruling casts uncertainty over the future of IVF treatments, and could potentially become a new election-year battleground issue pertaining to parents, pro-life, and religious voters.

On Thursday, the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding Colorado’s ruling that 2024 GOP frontrunner and former President Donald Trump is ineligible to run for public office.

That principle – that voters should decide elections rather than judges – is unassailable.

In a 4-3 decision, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled this week that former President Donald Trump is ineligible to hold public office again.

Should we institute term limits on Supreme Court justices or maintain lifetime appointments?

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Make no mistake, affirmative action is dead, at least as it has traditionally been defined. But Roberts’ majority opinion also created an immense loophole.

The Supreme Court wrapped up its session last week, but not before handing down rulings on election laws, Biden's student loan forgiveness program, First Amendment protections, and affirmative action.