Supreme Court deadlocks, leaves in place block on nation’s first religious charter school

The U.S. Supreme Court on May 22 voted 4–4 to reject authorization for the nation’s first publicly funded religious charter school. Justice Amy Coney Barrett recused herself and did not participate in the case known as Oklahoma Statewide Charter School … Continue reading Supreme Court deadlocks, leaves in place block on nation’s first religious charter school

Supreme Court won’t hear fireworks company’s dispute with consumer product regulator

The Supreme Court has turned away an appeal by a fireworks company challenging notices the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued that stated its products ran afoul of federal standards. The denial of the petition on May 19 in Jake’s … Continue reading Supreme Court won’t hear fireworks company’s dispute with consumer product regulator

5 Takeaways from Supreme Court hearing on nationwide injunctions, birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court on May 15 heard oral arguments in relation to the Trump administration’s request to lift nationwide injunctions placed on the president’s birthright citizenship order. The decision could determine how judges can address presidential actions. During the argument, … Continue reading 5 Takeaways from Supreme Court hearing on nationwide injunctions, birthright citizenship

Judicial independence is key to checking Congress and the president: Chief Justice Roberts

Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts on May 7 emphasized the importance of maintaining the judiciary’s independence as a check on government power during a visit to his birthplace of Buffalo, New York. Roberts, who presides over Supreme Court arguments … Continue reading Judicial independence is key to checking Congress and the president: Chief Justice Roberts