Why Does A Court Need Six More Shadows Per Justice?
The Supreme Court asked Congress for more protection while revealing how power secures its doors before it secures accountability.
Category: Courts & Justice
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They Called It Temporary Because Accountability Had An Expiration Date
Seattle judges filled a federal prosecutorial vacancy. Trump removed their choice within the hour. The appointment was temporary. The constitutional argument was not.
To The Senators Holding The Attorney General Seal
Todd Blanche enters a Senate hearing as both nominee and acting attorney general. The seal is already in his hands while the chamber debates whether to hand it over.
Two Chairs Beneath The Appropriations Light
Two Supreme Court justices came to Congress seeking money for protection. The witness chairs revealed which branch must ask permission to survive the anger surrounding its own decisions.
To The Court That Was Ordered To Forget
The Proud Boys case has been dismissed after presidential clemency and a Justice Department request. The archive is being taught that memory requires permission.
The Rehearing Gear: When the Constitution Refuses the First Command
The Supreme Court closed the birthright-citizenship case. The president has reached for the rehearing lever. The official story says appeal; the real story says the Rehearing Gear is turning.