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law2 months ago

Supreme Court Examines Tariff Powers and Implications

The Supreme Court debated whether Trump's broad use of tariffs, justified under a 48-year-old law, constitutes taxes and whether legal doctrines like the major questions and non-delegation limit presidential power, with many justices appearing skeptical of the administration's position. The case hinges on whether tariffs are considered taxes, which could lead to their invalidation, and reflects broader conservative efforts to limit executive authority. A decision is expected in the coming weeks or months.

entertainment1 year ago

"Supreme Court's Battle Over Deadly Weapons and Legal Theories"

"The Daily Show" guest host Michael Kosta presented a bold new legal theory for the Supreme Court to consider regarding the case on bump stocks, suggesting that justices should simply "look with your fucking eyes" to determine whether certain items, such as bump stocks or in vitro fertilization, fall under specific legal definitions. Kosta's humorous yet pointed commentary came in response to the court's technical debate on trigger functions versus trigger pulls during oral arguments.

politics2 years ago

Supreme Court Rejects Independent State Legislature Theory, Shaking American Elections

The Supreme Court rejected the legal theory that state legislatures have unlimited power to determine the rules for federal elections and draw partisan congressional maps without interference from state courts. This theory was raised by Trump allies in an attempt to overturn the 2020 election outcome. The ruling in the case known as Moore v. Harper is seen as a repudiation of the independent state legislature doctrine and a defense of checks and balances in the American system. The decision sends a signal that the Court will stand against attempts to manipulate future elections. However, more safeguards are needed to prevent coordinated efforts to overturn future presidential elections.

politics2 years ago

Mitt Romney defends Trump against politically motivated indictment.

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's complex legal theory behind the 34-count indictment against former President Donald Trump has drawn criticism from some of his biggest critics, including Senator Mitt Romney and former FBI deputy director Andrew McCabe. They argue that the charges are politically motivated and set a dangerous precedent for criminalizing political opponents. Even Trump's former attorney general, William Barr, called the case "pathetically weak." The indictment has raised questions about the legal theory behind the case and the likelihood of it surviving defense challenges.