Law professor Trevor Morrison discusses the Supreme Court's decision on the abortion drug Mifepristone and a case involving trademarking 'Trump too small.' They analyze standing in legal cases, unanimous Supreme Court decisions, and the upcoming case on Trump's immunity from federal charges.
Establishing standing is crucial before addressing legal issues as seen in the abortion pill case.
Trademark denial for 'Trump too small' reveals court's upholding of existing laws without violating free speech rights.
Deep dives
Supreme Court Coverage and the Mifepristone Case
In a special edition focusing on the Supreme Court, the podcast delved into the case concerning the FDA approval of the abortion pill, Miphypristone. The decision, led by Justice Kavanaugh, addressed the standing of the plaintiffs in challenging the FDA's approval process. Despite unanimous rejection of the claims, the ruling did not touch upon the merits of the FDA's approval, emphasizing the importance of establishing standing before delving into legal issues.
Trademark Law and the Trump Too Small Case
The episode explored the Supreme Court's involvement in trademark law, specifically the case where a phrase referencing a living person, 'Trump too small,' was denied trademark registration. The unanimous decision deemed this exclusion from trademark eligibility not in violation of the First Amendment. The podcast discussed the various opinions within the court and how the ruling upheld existing federal laws without infringing on free speech rights.
Anticipated Supreme Court Cases and Delays
Looking ahead, the conversation shifted to the anticipated case on Trump's immunity from criminal charges related to January 6th. The delay in the court's decision raised concerns about trial timing and the implications for the election. The episode criticized the prolonged process and highlighted the significant impact of the case on the rule of law and presidential accountability.
Trevor Morrison is a professor of law and Dean Emeritus at New York University School of Law. As the Supreme Court continues to hand down consequential opinions this month, Morrison joins Preet to discuss the long-awaited decision concerning the abortion drug Mifepristone, and a second case concerning whether the First Amendment protects an individual's right to trademark the catchphrase "Trump too small."
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