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Supreme Court News Briefs - November 21, 2024
Trump chooses Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws
LA Times By Eric Tucker, Alanna Durkin Richer
A recent Supreme Court opinion not only conferred broad immunity on former presidents but also affirmed a president’s exclusive authority over the Justice Department’s investigative functions.
Fetterman responds to Casey's concession: 'This hits me'
The Hill By Filip Timotija
Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court issued an order on Monday that counties are not able to count absentee and mail-in ballots with missing and incorrect dates.
Trump's trials: Prosecutors wind down federal cases as state cases could be placed on hold
ABC News By Peter Charalambous
Trump was originally scheduled to be sentenced in July, but his lawyers sought to have the case dismissed based on the Supreme Court's new ruling on presidential immunity, arguing that the conviction relied on evidence that should be off-limits. … The Supreme Court ultimately ruled in July that Trump should benefit from the presumption of immunity for any official acts undertaken while in office, and returned the case to U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan to determine if the allegations contain official acts.
Musk and Ramaswamy lay out a horrifying plan for American austerity
MSNBC By Ja'han Jones
This is a ridiculous, right-wing legal theory that Musk and Ramaswamy predicted will be affirmed by the Trump-packed Supreme Court, but on Wednesday's episode of "All In with Chris Hayes," it justifiably prompted House Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar, of California, to encourage the two men to …
Famous Supreme Court Lawyer: No Man Is Above the Law, Except Donald Trump, Actually
Slate By Jay Willis
In 2023, the renowned Supreme Court lawyer Tom Goldstein announced his retirement, explaining that when the court is controlled by a six-justice conservative supermajority, there is “very little that an advocate for the little guy can hope to accomplish anymore.” … Like the Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v….
Opinion | Trump Can End Religious Discrimination
Wall Street Journal By John Meiser
The Supreme Court has made clear that when governments cooperate with private groups to advance public goals—such as education, poverty alleviation, or healthcare—they may neither exclude religious organizations nor require them to secularize in order to participate.
Supreme Court News - Video - November 21, 2024
Supreme Court's anti-affirmative action ruling could backfire as Trump pushes religion in schools | MSNBC
Trump's plan to dominate the federal courts for decades | MSNBC
Together we can hold the Supreme Court Accountable
Equal justice in America depends on an impartial Supreme Court, yet today, our highest Court is compromised. Designed to be a pillar of justice, the Court should stand above political influence, interpreting the Constitution with integrity and impartiality. However, a conservative majority has taken hold, prioritizing personal beliefs over constitutional principles. This imbalance threatens not only specific freedoms but the very foundation of our democracy.
The signs of this crisis are clear. The Court has been plagued by corruption, ethics scandals, and extreme political leanings, casting doubt on its ability to protect fundamental rights. Critical issues such as abortion rights, climate action, and fair election protections now face uncertainty. With this compromised Court, hard-fought gains are at risk of being rolled back, undermining decades of progress toward a just and equal society. We can't afford to be complacent while these extreme rulings erode our rights.
But we, the people, hold the power to demand change. Activists across the country are raising their voices to call for real Supreme Court reform. Congress must protect the Court's integrity by expanding the number of justices, enforcing term limits, and implementing a robust code of ethics. These reforms are essential to restoring faith in the Court and ensuring it serves all Americans, not just a select few.
Here's a list of actions People Power United activists can take to advocate for Supreme Court reform:
Contact Congress: Call, email, or write letters to your members of Congress urging them to support Supreme Court reforms, including court expansion, term limits, and a code of ethics.
Sign and Share Petitions: Find or create petitions demanding Supreme Court reform and share them widely on social media to gather support.
Use Social Media: Post regularly on social media to raise awareness, share critical facts, and debunk myths about Supreme Court reform.
Partner with Organizations: Collaborate with established advocacy groups focused on judicial reform, such as Demand Justice or the American Constitution Society.
Write Op-Eds and Letters to the Editor: Submit articles to newspapers and online publications to explain why Supreme Court reform is critical to preserving democracy and equal rights.
Engage in Peaceful Protests and Demonstrations: Participate in or organize protests outside courthouses, government buildings, or symbolic locations to draw attention to the cause.
Educate Through Workshops: Host or attend workshops to learn more about Supreme Court reform and teach others about its importance.
Lobby Your State Legislators: Advocate for state resolutions supporting Supreme Court reforms to increase pressure on Congress.
Create Informational Materials: Design flyers, infographics, or videos explaining the current Supreme Court problems and why reform is necessary.
Use Email Campaigns: Create or join email campaigns to send pre-written letters to legislators supporting reform.
Join National Days of Action: Participate in coordinated national days of action organized by reform groups to maximize collective impact.
Support Reform-Minded Candidates: Volunteer, donate, or campaign for political candidates who prioritize Supreme Court reform in their platforms.
Host Conversations: Start conversations within your community or online, emphasizing the impact of Supreme Court decisions on daily life and the need for accountability and reform.
The time for action is now. Each of us has a voice, and every voice matters in the fight for equal justice. In just one minute, you can send a message to your member of Congress, urging them to support reforms that uphold the rule of law. Together, we can demand a Supreme Court that truly represents justice and fairness for all. Join the fight for a, uncompromised Court—our democracy depends on it.
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