Strict Scrutiny The Trump Administration's SCOTUS Winning Streak
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Sep 29, 2025 
Sherrilyn Ifill, founding director of the 14th Amendment Center, and Jamelle Bouie, a political commentator for the New York Times, explore the profound connection between Reconstruction-era legal battles and today's Supreme Court. They discuss how the post-Civil War 'Redemption Court' limited the 14th Amendment's reach, drawing parallels to current efforts challenging federal protections. The conversation reveals how historical themes resonate in today's judicial landscape, emphasizing the ongoing fight for civil rights and the importance of public education around the 14th Amendment.
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Court Fast-Tracks To Reshape Precedent
- The Supreme Court is fast-tracking cases and granting certiorari before judgment to reshape law quickly.
- Justice Kagan warned the emergency docket should not bypass precedent or transfer Congress's authority to the president.
Humphrey's Executor Under Direct Attack
- The Court signaled willingness to overrule Humphrey's Executor and broaden presidential removal power.
- That could eliminate protections for independent agencies and concentrate power in the presidency.
Court Considering Eliminating Removal Remedies
- The Court's second question in the FTC case asks whether courts can prevent unlawful removals.
- A 'no' answer would leave no effective remedy for illegal presidential firings.
