

Supreme Court Gives Trump What He Wants... For Now
12 snips Apr 9, 2025
Leah Litman, co-host of Crooked's legal podcast ‘Strict Scrutiny,’ provides expert legal insight on recent Supreme Court rulings that favor the Trump administration. She discusses temporary wins for deportations and federal employee dismissals, emphasizing the precariousness of legal protections for workers. The conversation also covers contentious trade tariff debates and the implications of a ruling on press freedom. Litman's analysis sheds light on the potential consequences these decisions have on individual rights and government accountability.
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Supreme Court's Procedural Wins for Trump
- The Supreme Court granted the Trump administration several wins, but they were narrow and procedural.
- These rulings seemed designed to favor Trump without overtly appearing to do so.
Uncertainty for Federal Workers
- The Supreme Court's ruling on fired federal workers was limited due to standing issues.
- Other similar cases are ongoing, creating uncertainty for the affected workers.
Deportation Ruling Focuses on Procedure
- The Supreme Court's decision on deportations under the Alien Enemies Act focused on procedure, not its legality.
- Challenges must be made individually through habeas petitions, not broad lawsuits.