WSJ Opinion: Potomac Watch Unexpected Majorities and Conservative Victories at the Supreme Court
Jun 30, 2025
Ilya Shapiro, a constitutional scholar and author, dives into the unexpected unity within the Supreme Court, challenging assumptions about dissent among justices. He discusses recent rulings on national injunctions and parental rights, the evolving balance of power between the judiciary and executive, and implications for individual rights and educational policies. The conversation also touches on how the 6-3 conservative majority is solidifying its influence, while offering insights into future legal directions and the non-delegation doctrine.
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Court Limits Nationwide Injunctions
- The Supreme Court limited district judges' power to issue nationwide injunctions affecting executive actions.
- This balances judiciary and executive power, curbing judicial overreach in blocking national policies.
Heated Dissent on Injunction Limits
- Liberal justices dissented harshly against limiting nationwide injunctions, warning it threatens judicial relief rights.
- Justice Barrett responded firmly, defending the court's precedent and criticizing dissenters' rhetoric.
Conservative Wins on Parental Rights
- The Court upheld parental rights to withdraw children from certain school topics on religious liberty grounds.
- It also upheld Texas law requiring websites to verify age to block minors' pornography access, balancing free speech and protection.
