

We Need to Talk About the Supreme Court
8 snips Jul 1, 2025
Mark Joseph Stern, a senior writer at Slate who specializes in courts and law, dives into the tumultuous recent decisions from the Supreme Court. He discusses the significant shift in the court’s approach to universal injunctions and the implications for judicial authority. The conversation highlights changes to birthright citizenship laws and the confusion they may bring for families. Stern also addresses the partisan dynamics at play, revealing how recent rulings favor Republican interests and the challenges faced by liberal justices.
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Chaos From Ending Universal Injunctions
- The Supreme Court eliminated universal injunctions, which stop policies nationwide, causing legal chaos.
- This will destabilize birthright citizenship, leading to unworkable scenarios across states.
Class Actions Not a True Substitute
- Replacing universal injunctions with class actions is flawed because the court has made class certifications very difficult.
- This increases legal hurdles, making nationwide protections harder to achieve.
Birthright Citizenship Under Threat
- Federal agencies will soon implement guidance denying automatic birthright citizenship except in some states.
- This impacts millions who lack green cards, complicating proof of citizenship and documentation processes.