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No, Joe Biden Didn’t Poop His Pants. Plus, the Supreme Court’s Fact-Checking Problem
Jun 28, 2024
Judd Legum, author of Popular Information, exposes a right-wing outlet spreading false narratives about President Biden. Mark Joseph Stern discusses factual errors in a Supreme Court decision on guns. Allison Orr Larsen highlights the impact of misleading amicus briefs on Supreme Court rulings and proposes reforms for a more transparent process.
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- Rightwing outlets masquerading as neutral news sources influence election narratives, creating misinformation about President Biden.
- Accuracy of amicus briefs is crucial in Supreme Court decisions, highlighting the need for reforms to ensure reliable factual information.
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Amicus Briefs Influence Supreme Court Decisions
Amicus briefs play a crucial role in influencing Supreme Court decisions by providing additional information and perspectives to the justices. The rise in the number of briefs submitted to the Court has significantly increased, creating a wealth of information for justices to consider. However, this influx of briefs also introduces challenges in vetting the accuracy and reliability of the information presented, leading to potential factual errors being cited in the Court's opinions.
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