John Roberts Faces Backlash for Ignoring Statute Word in Controversial Ruling

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John Roberts Faces Backlash for Ignoring Statute Word in Controversial Ruling
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Chief Justice John Roberts faced criticism for his role in bringing down President Biden's student loan repayment program. Dissenting justices accused Roberts of ignoring a word in the statute and departing from judicial restraint. Roberts defended the majority decision, claiming adherence to court precedent and the need for clear congressional language. Critics called out the "dishonesty" in the ruling and Roberts' thin-skinned response to dissenting opinions.

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