Kavanaugh defends Supreme Court’s handling of emergency appeals from Trump admin
KANSAS CITY, JUL 31 – Justice Kavanaugh said the Supreme Court often rules quickly on urgent cases involving executive actions and has increased written explanations to address criticism of the shadow docket.
- Justice Brett Kavanaugh defended the Supreme Court's handling of emergency appeals from President Donald Trump, stating that the court takes these cases seriously and has made efforts to address criticism.
- Kavanaugh acknowledged that the shadow docket's decisions often favor Trump's agenda but insisted they are necessary to respond to increasing legal challenges.
- Justice Elena Kagan criticized the court's reliance on the shadow docket, arguing that its decisions lack proper explanations and can undermine the independence of agencies.
- The Supreme Court frequently issues quick rulings without full briefings or arguments, raising concerns about legal accountability according to critics.
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