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More federal judges warn of an increase in violent threats

Recent threats come as President Donald Trump and his allies have criticized judges and Supreme Court justices who rule against the administration.
Ana Reyes speaks
Ana Reyes speaks

Chief Justice John Roberts warns personal attacks on judges have 'got to stop'

Roberts' comments follow President Donald Trump's most recent criticism of the Supreme Court over its tariffs ruling.
John Roberts.
John Roberts.

Confidence in the Supreme Court drops to a record low

The percentage of voters with a "great deal" or "quite a bit" of confidence in the court is at the lowest ebb since 2000.
Members of the Supreme Court.
Members of the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court Justices Jackson and Kavanaugh clash over handling of Trump cases

Liberal Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson forcefully aired her critique of the court's actions in a public appearance with conservative Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
A split composite image of Kentanji Brown Jackson, left, and Brett Kavanaugh.
A split composite image of Kentanji Brown Jackson, left, and Brett Kavanaugh.

Supreme Court blocks Calif. limits on schools sharing student's transgender status with parents

Parents and teachers who oppose the state policies sued, claiming their parental, free speech and religious rights were violated.
Transgender flag in front of the Supreme Court
Transgender flag in front of the Supreme Court

Supreme Court leans toward a marijuana user's challenge to gun restriction

Hunter Biden, the son of former President Joe Biden, was convicted under the same law before his father pardoned him.
A person prepares a marijuana cigarette.
A person prepares a marijuana cigarette.

Trump touted support for gun rights but has defended restrictions in court

The Trump administration has eased some loosening of laws while defending others. Second Amendment advocates say it has fallen short.
A shadow system pistol is displayed for sale in a gun store behind glass
A shadow system pistol is displayed for sale in a gun store behind glass

Supreme Court litigator convicted of tax evasion over income from high-stakes poker

SCOTUSblog co-founder Thomas Goldstein was found guilty of 12 of 16 counts after a six-week trial that included testimony by “Spider-Man” star Tobey Maguire, an avid poker player.
Tom Goldstein arrives for jury selection in his trial at the U.S. District Court in a suit and tie.
Tom Goldstein arrives for jury selection in his trial at the U.S. District Court in a suit and tie.

Trump avoids tariffs confrontation with Supreme Court justices at State of the Union

As is customary, several justices were at President Donald Trump's address, including Chief Justice John Roberts.
Image: President Trump Delivers The State Of The Union Address
Image: President Trump Delivers The State Of The Union Address
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Trump warns of higher tariffs amid fallout from Supreme Court decision

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon blocked the release of former special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation into allegations Trump mishandled classified documents.
President Trump Hosts Governors Dinner At White House
President Trump Hosts Governors Dinner At White House

Supreme Court takes up oil companies' plea to end climate change lawsuits

The court will hear an appeal brought by Suncor and Exxon Mobil asking it to throw out a lawsuit in Colorado seeking damages for harm caused by the use of fossil fuels.
Image: Exxon Mobil Oil Refinery Baton Rouge
Image: Exxon Mobil Oil Refinery Baton Rouge