Breaking news of supreme court
Here are some recent breaking news stories related to the Supreme Court:
Recent Developments:
- Roe v. Wade Overturned: On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, overturning the landmark 1973 case Roe v. Wade, which had established a constitutional right to abortion. The decision allows individual states to regulate or ban abortion as they see fit.
- Gun Rights Case: On June 23, 2022, the Supreme Court issued a decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen, expanding gun rights by striking down a New York law that required gun owners to demonstrate a "proper cause" to carry a concealed weapon.
- Voting Rights Case: On April 4, 2022, the Supreme Court issued a decision in Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee, upholding an Arizona law that prohibits ballot harvesting and limits out-of-precinct voting.
- Religious Liberty Case: On June 6, 2022, the Supreme Court issued a decision in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia, ruling that a Catholic social services agency can refuse to certify same-sex couples as foster parents, citing religious beliefs.
Upcoming Cases:
- Student Loan Forgiveness: The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in Biden v. Nebraska, a case challenging the Biden administration's plan to forgive up to $20,000 in student loan debt for millions of borrowers.
- Voter ID Laws: The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in Arizona Republican Party v. Democratic National Committee, a case challenging Arizona's voter ID law and other voting restrictions.
- Abortion Restrictions: The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in Whole Woman's Health v. Jackson, a case challenging a Mississippi law that bans abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Notable Quotes:
- "The Constitution does not confer a right to abortion; Roe and Casey are overruled; and the authority to regulate abortion is returned to the people and their elected representatives." - Justice Samuel Alito, writing for the majority in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.
- "The Second Amendment is not a second-class right. It is a fundamental right that is essential to our system of government." - Justice Clarence Thomas, concurring in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen.
Recent Opinions:
- Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (June 24, 2022)
- New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen (June 23, 2022)
- Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee (April 4, 2022)
- Fulton v. City of Philadelphia (June 6, 2022)
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and the Supreme Court is constantly issuing new opinions and decisions.