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- 1Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffsβΌSupreme Court invalidates most of Trump's tariffs
The US Supreme Court has ruled against most of the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, invalidating the bulk of his trade measures. The decision marks a major legal setback for the president's trade policy, striking at the core of an economic agenda that has defined his administration's approach to imports.
- 2Immigrants ask Supreme Court to block third-country deportationsβΌImmigrants ask Supreme Court to leave ruling in place preventing Trump administration from deporting them to third-party countries
A group of immigrants is asking the US Supreme Court to leave in place a lower-court ruling that prevents the Trump administration from deporting them to third-party countries. The filing asks the justices not to disturb protections that currently keep them from being removed to nations other than their home countries while the case continues.
- 3Supreme Court allows states to use SAVE database for citizenship checksβSupreme Court permits states to use SAVE database for citizenship checks
The US Supreme Court has ruled that states may use the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of voters. The decision lets states run voter registration checks against the immigration records system, a measure several Republican-led states have pushed for. Supporters say it safeguards election integrity; critics warn it could purge eligible voters and raises privacy and due process concerns.
- 4Justice Alito Recuses Himself From Major Climate CaseβΌJustice Alito Recuses Himself Days Before Major Climate-Change Case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has withdrawn from a major climate-change case just days before it was due to be heard. The move leaves the court shorthanded on a contested environmental matter and will fuel questions about the reasons for the recusal and its possible impact on the outcome.
- 5Justice Alito recuses from Supreme Court climate disputeβΌJustice Alito will no longer participate in climate change dispute
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will no longer take part in a pending climate change case before the court. The announcement, reported by SCOTUSblog, removes one justice from a dispute with potential consequences for climate regulation, leaving eight justices to decide the outcome. Reasons for the withdrawal were not stated in the report.
- 6Justice Alito steps aside from major climate case in reversalβΌIn reversal, Justice Samuel Alito steps aside from major climate case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has withdrawn from a major climate case, reversing an earlier decision to take part. The move comes amid scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest surrounding the justice. The reversal is drawing attention to ethical questions facing the Supreme Court and to the stakes of the climate litigation, which could have significant consequences for environmental regulation in the United States.
- 7Alito recuses himself from major Supreme Court climate caseβΌJustice Samuel Alito recuses himself from major Supreme Court climate change case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a major climate change case before the court, CNN reports. The move means only eight justices will weigh the dispute, raising the possibility of a 4-4 split that would leave lower-court rulings in place. No reason for the recusal has been given, and the development is drawing attention because the case could shape US climate policy.
- 8Justice Alito recuses from landmark Supreme Court climate caseβΌSupreme Court Justice Alito steps aside from landmark climate change case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has removed himself from a major climate change case before the court, according to US media reports. The recusal means the case will be decided by the remaining eight justices, potentially affecting its outcome. The reason for his stepping aside has not been detailed in the initial reports.
- 9Justice Alito recuses from Supreme Court climate caseβΌSupreme Court Justice Alito will not participate in big climate change case next week
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will not take part in a major climate change case when it is heard next week. The case is one of the most significant climate-related disputes to reach the Court, and his absence leaves eight justices to decide it, raising the possibility of a 4-4 split that would leave lower court rulings in place. No reason for his non-participation has been given in the announcement.
- 10Justice Alito recuses from pivotal Supreme Court climate caseβΌAlito will not participate in pivotal climate change case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will not take part in a pending climate change case, according to multiple US news outlets. No reason for his recusal was given in the reports. His absence could affect the outcome of the case, which is seen as pivotal for climate-related litigation and regulation in the United States.
- 11Samuel Alito Recuses Himself From Major Climate CaseβΌSamuel Alito steps aside in a major climate case amid scrutiny over oil stock holdings
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a major climate case amid scrutiny over his holdings in oil stocks. The decision removes him from proceedings with potentially far-reaching consequences for climate regulation, and it has renewed debate over the ethical standards and financial disclosure rules governing Supreme Court justices.
- 12Justice Alito sits out Supreme Court climate case against oil companiesβΌUS Supreme Court's Alito won't participate in climate case involving oil companies
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito is not taking part in a case involving climate-related claims against major oil companies. His recusal reduces the bench to eight justices for the case, which could affect the outcome if the court splits. The case is being closely watched for its implications for climate litigation against the fossil fuel industry.
- 13Supreme Court to weigh Boulder wildfire climate lawsuitβΌSupreme Court to consider Boulder wildfire climate-change lawsuit
The US Supreme Court is set to take up a lawsuit brought by Boulder, Colorado, seeking to hold energy companies liable for damages tied to wildfire risks linked to climate change. The case could determine whether local governments can pursue such claims in state courts, with broad implications for similar climate lawsuits nationwide.
- 14Justice Alito Recuses from Major Supreme Court Climate CaseβΌJustice Alito steps aside from major Supreme Court climate case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has stepped aside from a major climate-related case before the Court. The recusal removes him from deliberations, potentially affecting the outcome in a closely watched environmental dispute. The development is drawing attention because recusals by sitting justices are rare and the case carries significant implications for US climate policy.
- 15Justice Alito Recuses Himself Days Before Major Climate CaseβΌAlito recuses himself days before major climate-change case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a major climate-change case just days before it was set to be heard, according to reports. The reason for the recusal was not given. The development is notable because it could affect the balance of the court's ruling on a high-stakes environmental matter.
- 16Supreme Court allows state bans on transgender girls in school sportsβSupreme Court upholds state bans on transgender girls in girls' sports
The US Supreme Court has upheld state laws banning transgender girls from competing on girls' school sports teams. The ruling allows such bans, already passed in multiple states, to remain in effect and is a significant setback for advocates of transgender inclusion in school athletics, while supporters of the laws say it protects fairness in women's sports.
- 17Supreme Court lets Trump administration use revamped voter database for nowβΌSupreme Court lets Trump administration use revamped federal voter eligibility database for now
The US Supreme Court has ruled that the Trump administration may, for the time being, continue using its revamped federal voter eligibility database, which is used to check voter rolls against citizenship and other records. The decision is an interim one, allowing the database's use while legal challenges proceed. Supporters see it as a step toward election integrity; critics worry it could enable improper purges of eligible voters.
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The US Department of Justice has asked the Supreme Court to take up a case that could narrow legal protections for transgender people. The filing is being read as an effort to roll back established interpretations of sex discrimination protections. Civil rights groups warn the case could strip away safeguards in employment, healthcare and education, while supporters argue the current reading of federal law goes too far.
- 19Justice Alito recuses himself from major climate caseβAlito steps aside in a major climate case after scrutiny over oil stock holdings
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has removed himself from a major climate-related case following scrutiny over his holdings of oil company stock. The recusal comes amid criticism of his financial disclosures and renewed debate over ethics rules for Supreme Court justices and potential conflicts of interest in cases touching the energy industry.
- 20Supreme Court rejects Trump administration bid to restrict mail-in votingβSupreme Court rejects Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in voting
The US Supreme Court has rejected the Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in voting, dealing a setback to efforts to tighten voting rules ahead of elections. The decision means existing mail-in voting procedures can continue. The ruling lands amid ongoing national debate over election rules and voting access, and is drawing strong reactions from both supporters and critics of the administration's push.
- 21Supreme Court Allows Voter Citizenship Checks Before MidtermsβSupreme Court Allows Voter Citizenship Checks via SAVE Database Before Midterms
The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to run voter citizenship checks using the federal SAVE database ahead of the midterm elections. The decision lets election officials verify the citizenship status of registered voters against federal records. Supporters say it protects election integrity, while voting-rights groups warn it could lead to eligible voters being wrongly flagged or purged from rolls close to the vote.
- 22Justice Alito recuses himself from major Supreme Court climate caseβIn reversal, Justice Samuel Alito steps aside from major climate case Alito will sit out the first case the Supreme Cour
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will not take part in the first case of the new term, a major climate dispute, reversing his earlier refusal to recuse. The decision follows calls from progressive critics who pointed to his stock holdings in oil companies as a conflict of interest. The move is drawing attention to ethics questions surrounding the justices and could affect how the climate case is decided.
- 23Justice Alito recuses from major climate caseβΌJustice Alito recuses from major climate-change case to be heard next week
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a major climate-change case scheduled to be heard next week, according to the Washington Times. The recusal means the remaining eight justices will decide a dispute with significant implications for climate regulation. No reason for the step-aside was given in the report, and it is not yet clear how his absence might affect the outcome or the court's ruling.
- 24Supreme Court weighs major election cases as new term opensβΌSupreme Court could take up these critical election cases as new term begins
The US Supreme Court is beginning its new term with several critical election-related cases potentially on its docket. Election law watchers say the justices could take up disputes over voting rules and election administration ahead of upcoming contests, with decisions likely to shape how future elections are run. Advocacy and legal groups are watching closely to see which cases the Court agrees to hear.
- 25Trump asks Supreme Court to allow limit on trans inmate careβΌTrump asks Supreme Court to allow limit on care for trans inmates
The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to let it enforce limits on gender-affirming care for transgender inmates in federal prisons. The request asks the justices to allow the policy to take effect while legal challenges proceed, and it lands amid ongoing national battles over transgender healthcare and prison rights.
- 26Supreme Court again blocks Missouri congressional map favoring RepublicansβFor the third time, Supreme Court declines to allow Missouri to use congressional map expected to aid Republicans
The US Supreme Court has for the third time declined to let Missouri put in place a new congressional map expected to help Republicans win more House seats. The order leaves the map on hold while litigation continues, and it marks repeated refusals by the justices to intervene on the state's behalf, keeping the redrawn districts out of use for now.
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The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to allow restrictions on gender-affirming health care for transgender inmates in federal prisons. The request seeks to undo lower court rulings that blocked such limits, and it lands amid ongoing legal and political battles over transgender rights and the treatment of transgender people in the US justice system.
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A recent US Supreme Court decision is being described by African American newspapers as creating a new obstacle for Black voters. Outlets including the Chicago Defender and the New Pittsburgh Courier are running coverage warning that the ruling could make it harder to challenge electoral maps or practices that dilute Black voting power. Civil rights advocates are expected to respond as the decision's implications for the Voting Rights Act become clearer.
- 29Trump pushes legislation to end birthright citizenship after Supreme Court rulingβΌTrump says 'too bad' SCOTUS upheld birthright citizenship, pushes legislation to end it
Donald Trump reacted with frustration after the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, saying 'too bad' about the decision, and is now pushing legislation in Congress to end the practice. The comments renew a long-running fight over the 14th Amendment, which critics say guarantees citizenship to anyone born on US soil, and set up a fresh legislative battle over immigration policy.
- 30Supreme Court backs federal citizenship tool for voter checksβΌSupreme Court OKs use of federal citizenship tool to vet voters, but midterm impact will be limited
The US Supreme Court has allowed states to use a federal database to verify the citizenship of voter registration applicants. The decision, reported by Route Fifty, clears the way for expanded vetting ahead of the midterm elections, though analysts say its practical effect on the upcoming contests will be limited because implementation timelines and coverage constraints restrict how widely the tool can be applied.
- 31Supreme Court issues surprise Friday night rulingβBREAKING: Supreme Court drops BOMBSHELL FRIDAY NIGHT ruling
The US Supreme Court has issued a major ruling announced on a Friday night, a timing that immediately drew attention because late-week releases often accompany contentious decisions. Commentators and legal observers are reacting to the decision, with the dramatic framing of the news fueling wide discussion about what the ruling means and its potential impact.
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The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to use the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of registered voters. The decision permits election officials to cross-check voter rolls against immigration records, a move backers say protects election integrity and critics warn could lead to eligible voters being wrongfully purged. The ruling is drawing sharp reactions from voting rights groups and election officials across the country.
- 33Justice Alito recuses from climate case over oil holdingsβJustice Alito recuses self from climate change case after complaints over his oil and gas holdings
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has withdrawn from a climate change case after complaints were raised about his financial holdings in oil and gas companies. The recusal means he will not take part in the court's consideration of the dispute, which touches on matters central to climate litigation and energy industry interests.
- 34Supreme Court Clears Use of Immigration Database for Voter ChecksβSupreme Court Says Trump Officials Can Use Immigration Database for Voter Checks
The US Supreme Court has ruled that Trump administration officials may use a federal immigration database to cross-check voter registration records. The decision allows states and federal officials to verify voter eligibility using immigration status data, a move supporters call a safeguard against noncitizen voting and critics warn could wrongly purge eligible voters. The ruling is expected to intensify ongoing legal and political battles over election integrity and voting access ahead of upcoming elections.
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US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from the court's consideration of the Suncor climate liability case, which involves Colorado communities suing the energy company over climate change damages. The move leaves eight justices to decide whether to hear the dispute, and is drawing attention because of questions over Alito's financial disclosures and ties to energy interests.
- 36Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Allow Denying Hormones to Trans InmatesβTrump Administration Asks Justices to Allow It to Deny Hormones to Trans Inmates
The Trump administration has asked the US Supreme Court to let it deny hormone therapy to transgender inmates in federal custody. The request escalates a legal fight over medical care for transgender prisoners, pitting claims of institutional discretion and public cost against court rulings that withholding such treatment violates the constitutional ban on cruel and unusual punishment. The justices' response will shape how far correctional authorities must go in providing gender-affirming care behind bars.
- 37Justice Alito Steps Back From Oil And Gas CaseβΌSamuel Alito Wonβt Hear Major Case That Could Impact His Oil And Gas Investments
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will not hear a major case that could affect his personal investments in oil and gas companies. The decision means the case will go forward without him, leaving the remaining eight justices to decide an issue in which Alito holds a disclosed financial stake.
- 38Big Oil makes an audacious request to the Supreme CourtβΌBig Oil has an audacious request for the Supreme Court
Energy industry interests are asking the US Supreme Court to take up a case that could shield oil companies from climate-related lawsuits. According to Vox, the request is being described as audacious, with critics saying the industry is seeking to escape accountability in state courts where dozens of cities and states are suing over climate damages.
- 39Supreme Court Revives Trump-Backed Voter Purge EffortβBREAKING: Supreme Court Revives Trump's Voter Purge Scheme
The US Supreme Court has revived a voter purge effort backed by Donald Trump, reigniting a fierce debate over voting rights ahead of upcoming elections. Voting-rights groups, including Democracy Docket, are sounding the alarm that the ruling could allow states to remove voters from registration rolls more aggressively, while supporters frame it as a step toward election integrity.
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US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a pending climate case before the Court, according to a news report. The move means only eight justices will consider the matter, raising the possibility of a 4-4 split. No detailed explanation for the recusal was given in the report, and reaction so far has focused on what his absence could mean for the outcome.