Politics

John Mulaney Highlights SCOTUSblog on Late Show

Comedian John Mulaney recently acknowledged SCOTUSblog during his appearance on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert', emphasizing his interest in Supreme Court arguments.

Editorial Staff Apr 3

Weakening Speech Protections Will Punish All of Us—Not Just Meta

Infrastructure lens: Recently, a California Superior Court jury found that Meta and YouTube harmed a user through some of the features they offered. And a New Mexico jury concluded that Meta deceived young users into thinking its platforms w

Analysis of Failed Copyright Claim Against May First Movement Technology

A recent copyright claim by Higbee & Associates against May First Movement Technology highlights the complexities of copyright law and its implications for web hosting services.

Print Blocking Won't Work - Permission to Print Part 2

Infrastructure lens: This is the second post in a series on 3D print blocking, for the first entry check out: Print Blocking is Anti-Consumer - Permission to Print Part 1 Legislators across the U.S. are proposing laws to force “print blocker

Print Blocking is Anti-Consumer - Permission to Print Part 1

Infrastructure lens: This is the first post in a series on 3D print blocking, for the next entry check out Print Blocking Won't Work - Permission to Print Part 2 When legislators give companies an excuse to write untouchable code, it’s a dis

Supreme Court Considers Racial Discrimination in Jury Selection for Death-Row Inmate

The Supreme Court is evaluating a case involving Terry Pitchford, who challenges racial bias in jury selection, highlighting systemic issues in legal processes.

Google and Amazon: Acknowledged Risks, and Ignored Responsibilities

Infrastructure lens: In late 2024, we urged Google and Amazon to honor their human rights commitments, to be more transparent with the public, and to take meaningful action to address the risks posed by Project Nimbus, their cloud computing

The Supreme Court of India

Infrastructure lens: Welcome to SCOTUSblog’s recurring series in which we interview experts on different supreme courts around the world and how they compare to our own. In our previous columns, we focused […] The post The Supreme Court of I

President Trump Attends Supreme Court Oral Arguments, Marking a Historic First

On April 2, President Trump became the first sitting president to attend oral arguments at the Supreme Court, a significant moment for the intersection of politics and law.

EFF’s Submission to the UN OHCHR on Protection of Human Rights Defenders in the Digital Age

Infrastructure lens: Governments around the world are adopting new laws and policies aimed at addressing online harms, including laws intended to curb cybercrime and disinformation, and ostensibly protect user safety. While these efforts are

Implications of Trump v. Barbara on Birthright Citizenship Policy

The oral arguments in Trump v. Barbara have concluded, focusing on the constitutionality of the executive order regarding birthright citizenship. The implications for policy and infrastructure are significant.

Editorial Staff Apr 1

Supreme Court to Review Key Veterans Benefits Cases

The Supreme Court's upcoming conference may consider several relisted cert petitions concerning veterans benefits, a critical area of legal focus.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

Federal Courts' Jurisdiction Over Arbitration Awards Under Scrutiny

The recent Supreme Court argument in Jules v Andre Balazs Properties highlights uncertainties regarding federal jurisdiction in confirming arbitration awards, impacting legal frameworks.

Editorial Staff Mar 31

Supreme Court Declines to Review Life Sentence in 'Tiger King' Case

The Supreme Court's refusal to hear the appeal maintains the life sentence for a Louisiana man connected to the 'Tiger King' saga, impacting legal precedents in similar cases.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

Analyzing Supreme Court Dissents on Jury Trials

The impact of dissenting opinions in jury trial cases is significant for legal precedents, particularly in the context of the George Jarkesy case.

Editorial Staff Mar 30

EFF Calls for Accountability of US Tech Firms in Human Rights Violations

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has urged the US Supreme Court to hold technology companies accountable for their roles in human rights abuses abroad, particularly in the context of the Cisco Systems case.

Court to Release Opinions on March 31: Live Blogging Scheduled

On March 31, the court is expected to release opinions on argued cases from the current term, with live blogging to cover the developments.

Analyzing Birthright Citizenship: Historical Context and Current Implications

A review of mid-20th century American perspectives on birthright citizenship reveals significant implications for today's legal and political frameworks.

Supreme Court to Address Racial Discrimination in Jury Selection in Pitchford v. Cain

The Supreme Court will review Pitchford v. Cain, focusing on allegations of racial discrimination in jury selection, with implications for judicial processes in Mississippi.