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The birthright citizenship case at the Supreme Court hits close to home for this immigrant mother

An Argentine emigre in Florida quickly got her newborn son a U.S. passport last year

The Independent UK · Mar 30

Arresting a Reporter for Asking Questions Was a 'Blatant First Amendment Violation,' Sonia Sotomayor Says

The justice dissented from the Supreme Court's denial of a petition from a Texas journalist who was charged with felonies for practicing journalism.

Reason · Mar 24

Supreme Court sounds ready to allow policy limiting asylum claims

A majority of the Supreme Court appeared ready during oral arguments Tuesday to clear the way for a policy seeking to prevent immigrants from presenting asylum claims at the U.S. border with Mexico. The Trump administration asked the justices to overturn a ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for…

Roll Call · Mar 24

The Postal Service's Recent Supreme Court Win Is Bad News for Government Accountability

Federal officials enjoy too much immunity from being sued over their misconduct.

Reason · Feb 26

The Supreme Court's Tariff Decision Vindicates the Rule of Law and the Separation of Powers

Although Trump has other options for taxing imports, the justices reminded him that he needs clear congressional authorization.

Reason · Feb 25

Final meal revealed for Florida Death row inmate who killed Florida grocery store owner

His attorneys argued his advanced age of 65 should have exempted him from execution

The Independent UK · Feb 24

Trump's Tantrum Over the Tariff Decision Highlights His Narcissistic Authoritarianism

The president neither understands nor appreciates the vital role of judicial independence in upholding the rule of law.

Reason · Feb 23

Trump has defused a bomb of his own making. For now

After a bombastic speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Trump backed away from his threat to impose tariffs on European countries

The Guardian - US · Jan 22

Supreme Court sounds ready to back transgender athlete bans

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority sounded ready to uphold bans on transgender girls competing in girls’ sports.

Roll Call · Jan 13

NRA forced to sell off its investments to pay off bills as membership declines, report says

Revenue from membership dues is down for the gun rights organization, according to the report

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025