Today, Explained The Supreme Court’s legitimacy crisis
Oct 22, 2021
Ian Millhiser from Vox discusses the Supreme Court's growing legitimacy crisis, triggered by controversial rulings like the Texas abortion ban. He highlights tensions among justices and the backlash from politicians and the public. Millhiser delves into the court's use of the
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Merrick Garland
- In 2016, Republicans blocked Obama's Supreme Court nominee, Merrick Garland.
- This left many Democrats feeling a seat was stolen from them.
Amy Coney Barrett Confirmation
- Republicans confirmed Amy Coney Barrett just eight days before the 2020 election.
- This contradicted their 2016 stance against confirming justices during election years.
Justices on the Defensive
- Several Supreme Court justices have given defensive speeches.
- They argue against claims of partisanship and for their judicial philosophies.
