Divided Argument The Thunder Docket
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Jul 25, 2025 The podcast dives into the Supreme Court's interim order in Trump v. Boyle, discussing its implications for executive power and the enigmatic shadow docket. The hosts debate the best terminology for emergency orders while navigating the complexities of legal precedents and agency powers. They reflect on judicial responses to COVID-19, highlighting confusion in rulings and the balance between urgency and clarity. The conversation also touches on the evolving dynamics between government branches and the recent court decisions impacting voting rights.
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Interim Orders' Binding Role
- The Supreme Court's interim order in Trump v. Boyle emphasizes that while these orders are not conclusive on merits, they guide courts' equitable discretion in similar cases.
- This marks an important explanation of the binding effect and practical role of emergency docket decisions.
Guidance for Lower Courts
- Lower courts are expected to grant stays consistent with Supreme Court interim orders like Trump v. Wilcox when faced with similar cases.
- These orders serve as guidance for equitable discretion even though they do not determine merits conclusively.
Clarifying Interim Orders' Status
- The Court acknowledges some confusion about the legal weight of interim orders and tries to clarify that they should be taken seriously but not conclusively.
- This reflects the Court's evolving understanding and attempts to provide clearer guidance on the shadow docket.