Today, Explained Trump's judge grudge
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Mar 25, 2025 
Kate Shaw, a law professor and co-host of Strict Scrutiny, and Ian Millhiser, Vox's Supreme Court correspondent, dive into the tense relationship between Donald Trump and the judiciary. They discuss Trump's legal setbacks and his threats to impeach judges. The conversation sheds light on the balance of power between branches of government, the unusual involvement of Chief Justice Roberts in political matters, and the shifting loyalties among justices, particularly focusing on Amy Coney Barrett's judicial independence amidst Republican expectations.
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Trump's Judge Grudge
- Trump's legal setbacks, particularly regarding El Salvador and the Alien Enemies Act, have angered him.
- He's targeting Judge Boesberg, calling for impeachment and escalating his attacks on the judiciary.
El Salvador Controversy
- Trump's administration is invoking the Alien Enemies Act to expel individuals to El Salvador.
- This move has been challenged by Judge Boesberg, and is causing major controversy.
Boesberg's Background
- Judge Boesberg, appointed by both Bush and Obama, is facing Trump's impeachment calls.
- Trump's characterization of Boesberg as a "radical left lunatic" is inaccurate and escalates his attacks on the judiciary.