The Headlines Judges Warn of ‘Judicial Crisis,’ and Universities Reject Trump Offer
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Oct 21, 2025 Federal judges express concerns about a looming judicial crisis, citing demoralization from recent Supreme Court decisions. The White House faces challenges in maintaining a Gaza ceasefire amid complex regional dynamics. Air traffic controllers may encounter pay disruptions due to government shutdowns. In an encouraging health update, a study reveals a significant drop in peanut allergies among children, attributed to new dietary guidelines. Lastly, the demolition of part of the White House foreshadows a grand renovation plan, stirring both anticipation and controversy.
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Appellate Ruling Upends Lower Court Findings
- Appeals court allowed National Guard deployment to Portland despite a lower court finding Trump's portrayal untethered to facts.
- The appellate judges cited specific violent incidents as sufficient justification even if the president exaggerates on social media.
Shadow Docket Harms Judicial Legitimacy
- Many emergency Supreme Court orders come from the shadow docket with little or no explanation.
- Lower-court judges say these orders hurt public perception of the judiciary and feel demoralized.
Judges Describe Demoralizing Reversals
- Mattathias Schwartz reported judges staying up late writing long opinions only to see them summarily reversed.
- Judges described the experience as demoralizing and wanting the Supreme Court to engage with their reasoning.
