John Roberts Might Not Know It, But He’s Played a Dangerous Game This SCOTUS Term
The Supreme Court is currently navigating a complex term that highlights its own power dynamics. Key decisions have emerged on issues such as global tariffs and voting rights, while upcoming cases could significantly impact immigration and campaign finance. The court's internal conflicts and public leaks are contributing to a growing call for court reform among the American public.
- ▪The Supreme Court is focused on its own power this term, which may be a mistake.
- ▪Major decisions so far include rulings on global tariffs and the Voting Rights Act.
- ▪Upcoming cases could dramatically change immigration policies and campaign finance laws.
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Amicus May 30, 20263:00 AM The Myth of John Roberts vs. Donald Trump This end of term, the Supreme Court is focused on its own power, not the president. That may be a mistake. Copy Link Share Share <div class="slate-megaphone__slot"></div> View Transcript Advertisement Listen & Subscribe Choose your preferred player: Apple Podcasts Spotify TuneIn Pocket Casts RSS Feed For questions about subscriptions or your Slate Plus feed, check our FAQ. <p class="slate-notification--error podcast-how-to-listen__notification">Please enable javascript to get your Slate Plus feeds.</p> All Slate Plus Podcasts Get Your Slate Plus Podcast If you can't access your feeds, please contact customer support. Thanks! Check your phone for a link to finish setting up your feed. Please enter a valid phone number.
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