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Supreme Court's New Term to Test Trump's Powers

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The US Supreme Court begins a pivotal new term, potentially defining the presidential powers of US President Donald Trump. With Trump back in the White House for eight months, he's pushed the boundaries of executive control. Now, the court faces cases that will scrutinise these limits, impacting the country's political and legal landscape.

 

In a significant move, Trump has attempted to commandeer state National Guard units, citing public unrest. Local officials, however, fiercely oppose this. A federal judge has blocked troop deployment to Portland, Oregon, sparking an appeals review soon. Judge Karin Immergut remarked this "blurs the line between civil and military power," hinting at deeper constitutional issues.

 

Prompt Supreme Court rulings have allowed some of Trump's actions to proceed amidst legal battles. The court's "shadow docket" usage, often criticised for lacking transparency, may once again play a crucial role. Senator Cory Booker has called out this practice, arguing it reduces public scrutiny on important decisions.

 

The court faces broader questions about executive authority. Upcoming cases could redefine the president's control over independent agencies and economic policy. Trump's attempts to alter Federal Reserve Board appointments and his imposition of tariffs will be under scrutiny. Potential changes to automatic citizenship laws might soon reach the court as well.

 

"The scope of executive power will be front and centre," emphasised Professor Jennifer Nou of the University of Chicago. Trump’s challenges involving tariffs and birthright citizenship are among the pressing issues. Experts expect the court to apply principles used in previous high-profile decisions to these new cases.

 

The docket also includes controversial issues beyond presidential power. Cases on conversion therapy bans, transgender athlete participation, and voting rights are slated for review. These could lead to new landmark rulings, given the court’s recent trend of overturning long-standing precedents, increasing its polarised perception.

 

In June, when the court concludes its term, its decisions could significantly shift US law, influencing the legal landscape. The conservative majority might render judgments that reshape America’s legal and political fabric, impacting legislation and society at large.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

Trump’s presidential powers are at the forefront of Supreme Court cases.
The "shadow docket" use has prompted transparency concerns.
Cases could significantly impact US economic and social policies.

 

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Let us hope they have both the independence and the integrity to challenge and reign in an out of control Donnie. Otherwise, all bets are off and democracy will continue to erode in the US. 

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52 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

Let us hope they have both the independence and the integrity to challenge and reign in an out of control Donnie. Otherwise, all bets are off and democracy will continue to erode in the US. 

77 yo. All my life the USSC was not ever a Political football like today

1 hour ago, spidermike007 said:

Let us hope they have both the independence and the integrity to challenge and reign in an out of control Donnie. Otherwise, all bets are off and democracy will continue to erode in the US. 

On a pure legal basis, and not based on deranged hate festering over 50 years, the Administration will prevail on all of the issues.

 

I know those on the right won't read this......but for the neutrals and the left........it is very interesting and yet scary.....

 

 

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2025/oct/04/justice-ketanji-brown-jackson-supreme-court?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

 

 

Barrett’s criticism was rooted in a textual approach to the law in which judgments are made up-close and line by line. Jackson, by contrast, is stretching for the bigger picture: she is standing back, widening the frame, and seeking to capture the peril of this singularly dangerous moment.

The clash between the two justices raises questions. At a time when democracy and adherence to the rule of law is being tested to the breaking point, when the supreme court is under more pressure to safeguard democracy than at any time in recent history, is there a place for decorum? And if there is, who is breaching it?

1 hour ago, Will B Good said:

I know those on the right won't read this......but for the neutrals and the left........it is very interesting and yet scary.....

 

 

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-interactive/2025/oct/04/justice-ketanji-brown-jackson-supreme-court?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

 

 

Barrett’s criticism was rooted in a textual approach to the law in which judgments are made up-close and line by line. Jackson, by contrast, is stretching for the bigger picture: she is standing back, widening the frame, and seeking to capture the peril of this singularly dangerous moment.

The clash between the two justices raises questions. At a time when democracy and adherence to the rule of law is being tested to the breaking point, when the supreme court is under more pressure to safeguard democracy than at any time in recent history, is there a place for decorum? And if there is, who is breaching it?

Justice Jackson is a DEI clown. Easily one of the worst ever. And the Guardian clearly doesnt understand how our constitution works.

 

Nor do you. Here is your test: what do the Federalist papers say about "stretching for the bigger picture"?

Everyone knows that the Supreme Court is as corrupt as Trump.

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