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Supreme Court to consider gender affirming care laws for minors
One of the highest profile cases in the Supreme Court’s upcoming term could set a precedent over the ability of several states…
Explaining the debate over Title IX sexual orientation and gender regulations
Recent injunctions from several federal judges have blocked the Department of Education from fully implementing new Title IX rules…
Six big takeaways from this historic Supreme Court term
The Supreme Court wrapped up a historic term this week, one that will be defined largely by unprecedented constitutional issues…
On this day, filibuster fails to block the Civil Rights Act
On June 19, 1964, the Senate ended a long debate, overcoming a record-setting filibuster to join the House in approving the Civil…
Unanimous Supreme Court rejects ban on abortion pills
On Thursday, the Supreme Court ruled against a group of medical associations and doctors who opposed the use of mifepristone, a…
On this day, Congress approved the 14th Amendment
On June 13, 1866, the House approved a Senate-proposed version of the 14th Amendment, sending it to the states for approval. Two…
June Supreme Court decisions to include Trump, abortion, Second Amendment
The Supreme Court’s current term is heading toward a noteworthy June, with major decisions expected about former President…
Plessy’s place in the list of Supreme Court decisions
On May 18, 1896, the Supreme Court’s Plessy v. Ferguson decision upheld the legality of racial segregation in America. Plessy…
Is there a constitutional right for homeless encampments on public property?
On April 22, 2024, the Supreme Court will consider the constitutionality of local government ordinances regulating the use of…
Supreme Court to hear Trump immunity, abortion arguments in final sitting
On April 15, 2024, the Supreme Court will start its final scheduled session for the 2023 term, with major cases about abortion…
