Blockbusters Bring Down Curtain on Supreme Court Term

Blockbusters Bring Down Curtain on Supreme Court Term

Author: Bloomberg Law July 2, 2024 Duration: 14:47
The US Supreme Court closed out a blockbuster term with rulings that are likely to shield former President Donald Trump from facing a jury until after the election and further undercut the power of federal regulators.  In decisions that split 6-3 along the court's ideological line, the justices for the first time in history said former presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts and gave businesses the ability to challenge regulations long after they've been finalized.  Cases and Controversies hosts unpack those decisions and discuss how the justices declined to rule on the constitutionality of state laws out of Florida and Texas that tried to regulate some of the largest social media platforms. They also look at how the justices voted this term and whether they issue unanimous rulings more often not, as many have claimed in public appearances.  Hosts: Kimberly Robinson and Lydia Wheeler Producer: Matthew Schwartz

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