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Supreme Court Seems Torn on Whether Biden Can End Trump’s Inhumane Asylum Policy
The “Remain in Mexico” policy imperils asylum seekers who become victims of predatory violence.
Prompted by Ginni & Clarence Thomas Debacle, House Dems Schedule Ethics Hearing
Ginni and Clarence Thomas set off “ethical and legal alarm bells,” one Democratic committee member said.
AOC Slams Supreme Court for Limiting Puerto Ricans’ Access to Disability Checks
The Court ruled 8 to 1 to deny Puerto Ricans access to the same disability benefits as mainland residents.
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Kentucky’s Restrictive Abortion Law
The ruling could be upended, however, depending on how the Supreme Court rules on abortion later this year.
Poll Finds 81 Percent of Voters Say Supreme Court Needs Stronger Code of Ethics
The poll comes amid calls for Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas to be recused from January 6-related cases.
Mask Mandate for Flights Was Axed by a Trump-Appointed Judge
Trump excelled at attacking every mention of masks. The axing of this mandate is a win for his anti-science doctrine.
GOP Disrespect on Full Blast Amid Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Historic Confirmation
Republicans carried out a “shameful spectacle” amid a “monumental moment” in U.S. history, says Michele Goodwin.
Gretchen Whitmer Sues to Block Michigan “Trigger” Law That Would Ban Abortion
The law would go into effect if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns “Roe v. Wade.”
Senate Confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson as First Black Woman Supreme Court Justice
Jackson, a former public defender, has been championed by progressive advocates and lawmakers.
Most Voters Say Clarence Thomas Should Not Be Involved in 2020 Election Cases
Just 28 percent of voters have a favorable view of the Supreme Court justice.