Trump’s appellate court pick addresses claim he advised the DOJ to tell courts to ‘f— you’
During a Senate hearing on his nomination for a lifetime position on the federal court of appeals, Justice Department civil servant Emil Bove defended himself against accusations of being a “hitchman” or “enforcer” for President Trump. This hearing has generated significant controversy. Bove, who served as Trump’s personal attorney in a previous criminal case, faced […]
Bove under examination for judgeship due to claims he recommended telling courts to ‘f— you’
The Senate has accelerated the timeline for the next major confirmation battle, as the Judiciary Committee has moved forward with the nomination of Emil Bove, a former personal attorney for President Trump, for a lifetime Circuit Court judgeship. Currently serving as a leading assistant attorney general, Bove has been at the center of several controversies […]
Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on injunctions may have a significant impact on Trump
Impact of Supreme Court Decision on Immigration Policy On Tuesday, Jonathan Turley, a law professor from George Washington University and a contributor to Fox News, commented on the impending Supreme Court ruling regarding national injunctions. He indicated that this decision might significantly affect the Trump administration. The Supreme Court is set to clarify the extent […]
Senate official dismisses Republican effort to restrict courts’ contempt authority
A group of senators is pushing back against the controversial measures proposed in the Megaville for Senate Republicans. These provisions would have made it quite challenging for the court to enforce the results of the light-empt investigation related to the Trump administration. Congressional leader Elizabeth McDonough determined that limiting the court’s power to lightly empty […]
Survey indicates Trump’s conflict with the courts puts Senate Republicans in a vulnerable position
A recent poll focused on the upcoming Senate races has highlighted a growing concern regarding President Trump’s ongoing disputes with federal courts, which could have implications for Republican candidates in 2026. This survey, conducted by Global Strategy Group for Demand Justice, revealed that 53% of respondents disapprove of the way courts are being treated, including […]
David Blackmon: Supreme Court’s Unanimous Decision Raises Hope for Changes in Permitting
Many Americans are often surprised to discover that most rulings made by the U.S. Supreme Court are unanimous. These decisions frequently go unnoticed in the media, mainly because they lack controversy. Take, for instance, a recent case decided 8-0. On May 29th, the court indicated that it could assist Congress and the Trump administration in […]
Clarence Thomas calls on courts to stop relying on ‘experts’ for decisions about gender affirming care
Supreme Court Ruling on Gender-Affirming Care Justice Clarence Thomas expressed skepticism on Wednesday, suggesting that the Supreme Court should avoid deferring to a so-called “self-explanatory expert” regarding gender-affirming care. He indicated that the issue is fraught with medical uncertainty. This statement came as the court upheld a 6-3 ruling that prohibits Tennessee from using adolescent […]
NYC courts experiencing a serious staffing shortage
Staffing levels in New York City courtrooms have dropped to alarming lows, with the situation described by the federal president as a “powder keg” that could endanger judges, court officials, and the public. The New York State Court Officers Association reports that nearly 35% of positions remain unfilled, with applications plummeting from over 110,000 a […]
Trump should not have authority over US Marshals, the final safeguard of our courts
During his initial term, President Trump didn’t hesitate to make personal attacks against federal judges he disagreed with. In one notable instance from February 2017, he referred to U.S. District Judge James L. Robart as “the so-called judge,” particularly after Robart temporarily suspended Trump’s travel ban. Fast forward to his second term, and Trump upped […]
Courts Delay Corruption Cases Involving Leftist President Indefinitely
South Korean Court Suspends Criminal Cases Against President Lee Jae-myeon Several courts have decided to suspend criminal cases against South Korea’s leftist president, Lee Jae-myeon, citing his immunity. This decision came on Monday and Tuesday. The Seoul Central District Court, for instance, paused the appeal process on Tuesday involving allegations of election law violations from […]