Tag: Thomas, Clarence

Conservative Justices Take Argument Over Trump’s Immunity in Unexpected Direction

Before the Supreme Court heard arguments on Thursday on former President Donald J. Trump’s claim that he is immune from prosecution, his stance was widely seen as a brazen and cynical bid to delay his trial. The practical question in the case, it was thought, was not whether the court would rule against him but […]

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Supreme Court Backs St. Louis Police Officer in Workplace Discrimination Case

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled on Wednesday that a female police officer in St. Louis may sue for employment discrimination over a forced lateral transfer to another position in the police department. The ruling will open the courthouse doors to more employment discrimination suits. Justice Elena Kagan, writing for six justices, said that “many cases […]

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