"Texas Court Order Sparks Controversial Response from GOP Presidential Candidates"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Dallas Morning News
The Texas Supreme Court's use of an "administrative stay" to block a lower court ruling in an abortion case has raised questions about its legal legitimacy. Unlike federal courts, Texas courts do not have a specific provision for an "administrative stay" in their rules of appellate procedure. The term "administrative stay" is typically used in federal courts to issue immediate orders at the beginning of a case, but it lacks legal significance. The Texas Supreme Court's adoption of this term may disrupt the balance of power within the Texas judiciary, and its use should be approached cautiously to ensure it aligns with the state's constitutional framework.