In New Memoir, Supreme Court Justice Barrett Reflects on Historic Cases, Is Largely Silent on Trump
Justice Amy Coney Barrett discusses judicial duty, public scrutiny, and key rulings in her memoir covering nearly five years on the U.S. Supreme Court.
- Amy Coney Barrett, nominated to the Supreme Court by President Trump in 2020, reflects on her nomination in her memoir 'Listening to the Law: Reflections on the Court and Constitution,' due out September 9.
- Barrett describes the sacrifices her family made and the scrutiny they faced during the nomination process, stating that 'multiple camera crews' followed them.
- She recalls the decision with her husband to accept the nomination involving 'burning the boats,' referencing a military strategy of commitment.
- Barrett emphasizes her belief in the rule of law and the need for an independent Supreme Court that interprets the Constitution as written.
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In new memoir, Supreme Court Justice Barrett reflects on historic cases, is largely silent on Trump
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett says “violence or threats of violence” against judges shouldn’t be the cost of public service.
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