Bloomberg Law First Trump SCOTUS Win & Battle With Unions
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Apr 8, 2025 Harold Krent, a constitutional law expert from Chicago-Kent College of Law, shares insights on President Trump's first Supreme Court victory this term. Meanwhile, Anne Lofaso, an authority in labor law from the University of Cincinnati, dives into the contentious battle between Trump and federal labor unions. They explore the implications of recent rulings on union rights, executive power, and the future of collective bargaining, revealing the political and legal stakes involved in these unfolding developments.
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Grant Cancellation
- The Education Department clawed back teacher training grants, citing DEI concerns.
- They used boilerplate language and lacked specificity, prompting lawsuits from eight states.
DEI Concerns
- The Trump administration broadly claims DEI initiatives are unlawful.
- They haven't demonstrated how these grants specifically contribute to illegal DEI practices.
First SCOTUS Win
- This marks the first of seven emergency filings where the Trump administration has won.
- The jurisdictional issue in this case may be thorny, making it likely to be decided in their favor.