
Docket launch: a new term for America’s Supreme Court
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Supreme Court: A New Term of Challenges
This chapter examines the opening of the Supreme Court's new term, with a focus on the three justices appointed by Donald Trump and the contentious issues they will address, including gun rights and abortion laws. It highlights the ongoing perception of the court's politicization, the charged atmosphere as justices return from a tumultuous summer, and the implications of significant upcoming cases. The discussion includes a critical look at public sentiment towards the court and the potential for major legal transformations amid an unprecedented conservative supermajority.
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