Justice Jackson chides Supreme Court conservatives over 'oblivious' pro-Trump emergency orders - AP News
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Justice Jackson criticized Supreme Court conservatives for "oblivious" pro-Trump emergency orders.
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Justice Jackson criticized the Supreme Court's conservative justices for what she called "oblivious" pro-Trump emergency orders. Her remarks highlight ongoing tensions within the Court regarding its use of the "shadow docket" for urgent requests, often without full briefing or oral arguments. This scrutiny from a sitting justice underscores concerns about the Court's perceived political alignment and its impact on public trust. The "shadow docket" has increasingly become a point of contention, particularly when used to grant relief to the Trump administration.
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