

The Supremes Step In
21 snips Apr 8, 2025
Adam White, a constitutional scholar and Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, dives into the recent Supreme Court ruling on plane deportations to El Salvador. He explains the complexities of jurisdiction and how differing perspectives among justices could signal future legal battles. The conversation highlights the influence of political issues on judicial decisions, raising concerns about the potential for a constitutional crisis and the evolving challenges within U.S. immigration policy.
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Policy Footrace
- The Supreme Court's recent order reflects a struggle to manage rapid policy changes.
- The administration tries to implement changes quickly, while trial lawyers race to court to block them.
Supreme Court Intervention
- The Supreme Court halted deportations to El Salvador due to jurisdictional concerns.
- The justices disagreed on whether the Court should intervene at this stage, with the dissent arguing it moved too fast.
Disingenuousness on Both Sides?
- Both sides of the Supreme Court case may be prioritizing desired outcomes over legal reasoning.
- The majority's focus on jurisdiction and the dissent's emphasis on process could be seen as pretextual.