Legal News
A prisoner’s bid to develop new evidence rests on a 233-year-old statute about judicial writs
Federal courts employ the All Writs Act to serve countless ends, from assisting FBI investigations to prohibiting vexatious litigation to requiring Apple to access data. This statute, which was originally part of the Judiciary Act of 1789, empowers federa
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Apr 26, 2022
Prayer at the 50-yard line
On Monday, April 25, the court hears oral argument in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District, a case concerning a public school coach’s right to pray on the football field. In a two-part episode, Amy talks with Rachel Laser and Kelly Shackelford, representa
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Apr 26, 2022
The morning read for Monday, April 25
Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. To suggest a piece for us to consider, email us at [email protected]. Here’s the Monday morning read: Supreme Court takes
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Apr 26, 2022