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As a former federal judge, I’m concerned by a year of challenges to the US justice system
As a former federal judge, I’m concerned by a year of challenges to the US justice system The Trump administration has challenged many legal norms and rules, leading to concerns among federal judges about its commitment to the rule of law. The Supreme Court’s shadow docket has seen an unprecedented number of cases coming up, […]
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Autocrats don’t act like Hitler or Stalin anymore − instead of governing with violence, they use manipulation
Autocrats don’t act like Hitler or Stalin anymore − instead of governing with violence, they use manipulation Modern autocrats use manipulation and spin to gain and maintain power, rather than relying on violence or overt repression. The term “informational autocracy” or “spin dictatorship” describes this approach, where leaders craft an image of competence and democratic […]
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Like many populist leaders, Trump accuses judges of being illegitimate obstacles to safety and democracy
Like many populist leaders, Trump accuses judges of being illegitimate obstacles to safety and democracy President Donald Trump has repeatedly challenged federal judges and Supreme Court justices who have blocked his attempts to reshape fundamental aspects of American government, including executive orders and deportation policies. Trump and his team are framing judges as enemies of […]
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Justice Department lawyers work for justice and the Constitution – not the White House
Justice Department lawyers work for justice and the Constitution – not the White House The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is facing severe tests to its impartiality under the Trump administration, with seven DOJ attorneys resigning over orders from Attorney General Pam Bondi to dismiss corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams. DOJ lawyers […]
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Trump’s defiance of a federal court order fuels a constitutional crisis − a legal scholar unpacks the complicated case
Trump’s defiance of a federal court order fuels a constitutional crisis − a legal scholar unpacks the complicated case The Supreme Court is seen on March 17, 2025, one day before Chief Justice John Roberts issued a rare rebuke of a president. Win McNamee/Getty Images President Donald Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act on […]
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