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Cliff Sloan, author of The Court At War: FDR, His Justices, & The World They Made, joins Kate and Melissa to discuss the Supreme Court during WWII, the relationship between sitting justices and the government, and the complex political story of FDR's choice for running mate. They also explore Texas' lawsuit against the United States at the border, highlighting the legal arguments and implications for states' resistance to federal power.
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- The Supreme Court had a close and cozy relationship with President Franklin D. Roosevelt during World War II, with justices appointed by him and involved in various policy matters and informal assignments in the government.
- The justices appointed by FDR during World War II had diverse backgrounds and experiences, bringing a range of perspectives and expertise to the court and influencing their approach to decision-making.
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Cozy Relationship Between FDR and the Supreme Court
During World War II, the Supreme Court had a close and cozy relationship with President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The justices were appointed by FDR, who viewed them as part of his official and personal family. They admired and revered him, and he valued their intellect and ideas. They were involved in various policy matters, legal strategy, and even informal assignments in the government, including overseeing commissions and advising on legislation. This level of coziness was unusual, but not widely criticized at the time.
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