President Donald Trump is appealing to the Supreme Court in a last-ditch bid to block a subpoena from House Democrats for his financial records.
Supreme Court articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the US and has ultimate appellate jurisdiction over all federal courts and over state court cases involving issues of federal law. Also see our articles on Antonin Scalia and also on the Supreme Court case known as Citizens United.
Vast racial and gender disparities on State Supreme Courts around the country
A new report by the Brennan Center for Justice details vast racial and gender disparities on state supreme courts around the country.
Trump has asked the Supreme Court to stay a Democrat order for his financial records
Trump has asked the Supreme Court to stay a Democrat order for his financial records. This comes following losses at a Federal Appeals Court.
Brennan Center Urges Supreme Court Justices to Adopt a Code of Ethics
A new paper released by Brennan Center for Justice calls the Supreme Court to create and adopt a public code of ethical conduct for sitting justices.
Why the British constitution’s finest moment should also be its last
The Supreme Court’s unanimity and its reasoning are exemplary. The British version of democracy that we have enjoyed has been rescued for the moment.
Sam Mandez: a tale of the American Criminal Justice
Jailed in 1992 for murder Sam Mandez will be free in four years following a Colorado court re-sentencing. His is a tale of the American justice system.
Appeals Court: Trump Liable in view of Emoluments Clauses
A federal appeals court says President Trump can be sued for unconstitutionally benefiting from his ongoing ownership of the Trump Organization.
A Trump era Judiciary hostile to Campaign Finance Laws
Campaign finance laws halt the downside of money in politics, keeping elections transparent but Trump’s Judiciary picks may undermine this process.
Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh accused of another sexual assault
Julián Castro called for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s impeachment after a newly-reported allegation of sexual misconduct against the justice.
Here’s how to fix the system of appointments to the Supreme Court
Frederick A. O. (“Fritz”) and Schwarz, Jr. look at two fundamental flaws in the Constitution’s appointment system, arguing how they can be fixed.