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Supreme Court June 26

Revisiting Justice Scalia’s same-sex marriage dissent: prophetic or inflammatory?

Justice Antonin Scalia's decade-old warnings about judicial overreach in Obergefell echo in President Donald Trump's criticisms of judges who block his agenda through rulings.

Donald Trump June 24

Trump's Iran strikes follow long pattern of presidents sidestepping Congress

Former President Barack Obama is among several presidents who have ordered military actions similar to President Donald Trump's and attracted backlash for skirting Congress’s authority.

Opinion June 17

GOV GAVIN NEWSOM: Trump is trying to destroy our democracy. Do not let him

Our democracy is at risk as federal agents conduct mass deportations in California, with citizens detained and military forces deployed without state request.

Opinion June 14

JOHN YOO: 'No Kings Day' protests: Trump has constitutional, legal power to keep the peace

President Trump's deployment of troops to protect federal agents during anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles falls within constitutional powers despite Governor Newsom's criticism.

Crime June 11

Judge rules in favor of Texas woman after SWAT destroyed her house while pursuing a fugitive

A federal judge ruled McKinney, Texas must pay a homeowner for SWAT damage to her house during a fugitive pursuit, following a five-year legal battle.

Federal Judges June 4

Trump foe Judge Boasberg rules deported migrants can challenge removals, in blow to admin

All non-citizens deported from the U.S. to a maximum-security prison in El Salvador must be afforded the opportunity to seek habeas relief in court, Judges James Boasberg ruled Wednesday.

Supreme Court May 27

Supreme Court declines to review free speech case involving student who wore 'only two genders' shirt

The Supreme Court allowed a federal ruling to stand that found that a Massachusetts public school was justified in banning a student who wore shirts criticizing the transgender movement.

Travel May 19

Rare and authentic Magna Carta discovered long after it was purchased for $27.50

British researchers have authenticated a rare version of the Magna Carta at Harvard Law School, highlighting its importance as a cornerstone of constitutional history.

Supreme Court May 15

Supreme Court takes on birthright citizenship: Justices seemingly split on lower court powers

Supreme Court Justices are weighing three challenges to Trump’s birthright citizenship order – a case that could quickly reshape how lower courts handle similar disputes.

Donald Trump May 15

Espionage, constitutional concerns abound from Trump detractors, allies over Qatari jet offer

Trump's plan to accept a $400M jet from Qatar sparks debate over constitutional legality and espionage risks, with mixed reactions from both political parties.

Supreme Court May 13

Supreme Court to debate Trump restrictions on birthright citizenship and enforcement of nationwide injunctions

Overriding the Supreme Court's pending review of a birthright citizenship case involving the Trump administration is a much broader question of federal judges' power.