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This might be labeled "devolving standards of decency" jurisprudence.

Big, serious, aggressive stands for robust constitutional protection of individual rights, even of accused criminals, are rare commodities.

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These private actions risk unintended consequences for both Cubans and Americans.

I have been to a great state fair. I have now also been to Trump's state fair.

The Roberts court is putting the emphasis on "blind."

Some media outlets reported on Tuesday that the Supreme Court ruled in favor of birthright citizenship by a 6-3 vote. But that's not quite right.

The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday against two transgender students who wanted to play sports with teams that aligned with their gender identity.

Birthright citizenship is safe, but wow, that was too close for comfort.

And Justice Samuel Alito is not retiring. For now.