What A Day SCOTUS Deadlocks On Major Religion Case
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May 23, 2025 
Leah Litman, co-host of 'Strict Scrutiny' and author of 'Lawless,' delves into a recent Supreme Court deadlock over a religious charter school in Oklahoma, unpacking its implications for church-state separation. She discusses potential future rulings on LGBTQ rights, including curriculum inclusivity and religious exemptions. The conversation also touches on government agency independence, the impact of online privacy concerns, and current tensions around immigration policies. Leah offers insights into pending legal battles that could shape our future.
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SCOTUS Religious School Deadlock
- The Supreme Court's deadlock leaves the lower court ruling against a religious charter school intact.
- Four conservative justices appear open to requiring states to fund religious public schools, signaling future challenges.
Key Religion-Related Cases
- The court heard cases on religion versus LGBTQ content in schools and religious charities' exemptions in unemployment compensation.
- These cases highlight deep constitutional questions about religion's public role and discrimination.
Hot Cases and Shadow Dockets
- Upcoming Supreme Court decisions include voting rights, birthright citizenship, and gender-affirming care bans.
- Expect more shadow docket rulings related to Trump administration disputes despite usual summer slowdown.
