'Constitutional Crisis' Is an UnderstatementThe term 'constitutional crisis' may obscure the urgent illegalities of the Trump administration's actions.
Nothing like this in American history': the crisis of Trump's assault on the rule of lawTrump's presidency exemplifies Chief Justice Roberts' vision of an expansive executive that operates with little regard for established legal norms.
Opinion | There Is No Musk Clause in the ConstitutionThe Trump administration's actions represent a challenge to established legal norms and the Constitution's principles surrounding appointments and sovereignty.
Law school groups decry Trump's defiance of courtsLaw school groups are alarmed about the Trump administration's threats to the judicial branch and the rule of law.
Firing the 'Conscience' of the MilitaryFiring military top lawyers signals disregard for rule of law and legal protections.
White House Raises Eyebrows by Correcting' NY Times Headline, Taunting' the Supreme CourtThe White House sparked controversy by altering a New York Times headline, indicating plans to disregard a Supreme Court ruling on deportation.
'Constitutional Crisis' Is an UnderstatementThe term 'constitutional crisis' may obscure the urgent illegalities of the Trump administration's actions.
Nothing like this in American history': the crisis of Trump's assault on the rule of lawTrump's presidency exemplifies Chief Justice Roberts' vision of an expansive executive that operates with little regard for established legal norms.
Opinion | There Is No Musk Clause in the ConstitutionThe Trump administration's actions represent a challenge to established legal norms and the Constitution's principles surrounding appointments and sovereignty.
Law school groups decry Trump's defiance of courtsLaw school groups are alarmed about the Trump administration's threats to the judicial branch and the rule of law.
Firing the 'Conscience' of the MilitaryFiring military top lawyers signals disregard for rule of law and legal protections.
White House Raises Eyebrows by Correcting' NY Times Headline, Taunting' the Supreme CourtThe White House sparked controversy by altering a New York Times headline, indicating plans to disregard a Supreme Court ruling on deportation.
Hundreds Of Law School Deans, Professors, Law Firm Partners, And Former Judges Demand That Government Officials Obey The Rule Of Law - Above the LawThe rule of law is imperative for democracy, currently threatened by President Trump's administration's defiance of judicial authority.
Conservative former federal judge says Trump has declared war' on US rule of lawTrump's actions are pushing the United States towards a constitutional crisis, according to legal experts.
Trump's defiance of court orders is testing the fences' of the rule of lawTrump's administration is openly defying court rulings, raising concerns about the rule of law and democracy.
A battle looms over rule of law as some courts start to flex their muscles against TrumpUS courts are asserting authority against Trump's defiance, exemplifying a critical battle over the rule of law.
Even George W. Bush's Attorney General Thinks Trump's Attack On Biglaw Is Some 'Petty' Bullsh*t - Above the LawAlberto Gonzales criticizes Trump's attacks on Biglaw as petty and potentially dangerous to democracy and the rule of law.
We Can Defeat Trump's Lawlessness. We've Done It Before.Trump's intimidation tactics mirror those used by segregationists against civil rights lawyers, highlighting a pattern in undermining democracy.
Hundreds Of Law School Deans, Professors, Law Firm Partners, And Former Judges Demand That Government Officials Obey The Rule Of Law - Above the LawThe rule of law is imperative for democracy, currently threatened by President Trump's administration's defiance of judicial authority.
Conservative former federal judge says Trump has declared war' on US rule of lawTrump's actions are pushing the United States towards a constitutional crisis, according to legal experts.
Trump's defiance of court orders is testing the fences' of the rule of lawTrump's administration is openly defying court rulings, raising concerns about the rule of law and democracy.
A battle looms over rule of law as some courts start to flex their muscles against TrumpUS courts are asserting authority against Trump's defiance, exemplifying a critical battle over the rule of law.
Even George W. Bush's Attorney General Thinks Trump's Attack On Biglaw Is Some 'Petty' Bullsh*t - Above the LawAlberto Gonzales criticizes Trump's attacks on Biglaw as petty and potentially dangerous to democracy and the rule of law.
We Can Defeat Trump's Lawlessness. We've Done It Before.Trump's intimidation tactics mirror those used by segregationists against civil rights lawyers, highlighting a pattern in undermining democracy.
The Supreme Court Has No ArmyJudicial enforcement of presidential compliance relies heavily on public vigilance and the rule of law.
The Abrego Garcia Saga Is a Litmus Test For Media FiguresThe case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia prompts questions about due process and the rule of law in America.
The Supreme Court Has No ArmyJudicial enforcement of presidential compliance relies heavily on public vigilance and the rule of law.
The Abrego Garcia Saga Is a Litmus Test For Media FiguresThe case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia prompts questions about due process and the rule of law in America.
Former Justice Breyer Thinks Marco Rubio And Pam Bondi Can Be Held In Criminal Contempt For Defying Court Orders - Above the LawConcerns over Executive overreach and judicial compliance are now bipartisan, highlighting a critical moment for checks and balances in governance.
Associates At Kirkland And Latham Latest To Quit Biglaw Gigs Because Of Cowardly Deals With Trump - Above the LawLawyers are resigning from big firms in protest against complicity with authoritarianism.Resignations are a stand for the rule of law and democracy.
Recent Resignations Recall Nixon-Era Saturday Night MassacreSix DOJ officials resigned rather than drop the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, reminiscent of the Saturday Night Massacre.
Associates At Kirkland And Latham Latest To Quit Biglaw Gigs Because Of Cowardly Deals With Trump - Above the LawLawyers are resigning from big firms in protest against complicity with authoritarianism.Resignations are a stand for the rule of law and democracy.
Recent Resignations Recall Nixon-Era Saturday Night MassacreSix DOJ officials resigned rather than drop the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, reminiscent of the Saturday Night Massacre.
Are We All Hypocrites About the Rule of Law?The rule of law is nuanced, with perceptions of legal violations influenced by individual and ideological judgments.
The Supreme Court Just Ruled Against Trump-But Don't Get Too ExcitedTrump's disregard for court orders raises concerns about his compliance with the rule of law.
Donald Trump Is Trying to Take American Law Back to 1641Trump's actions reflect a dangerous shift towards dictatorship, undermining the foundational principles of democracy.
Lawful, but Enormously DestructiveTrump's Pentagon leadership purge raises significant concerns about military qualifications and the rule of law.
Trump's Third Term Talk Defies Constitution and Tests DemocracyTrump's remarks about holding onto power raise serious concerns about his commitment to democracy and constitutional limits.
Trump's Justice Dept. Speech Shows a Renewed Quest for VengeanceTrump's speech marked a break from presidential norms, attacking Justice Department officials instead of upholding the rule of law.
Trump Doesn't Have the Authority. What Happens When He Does It Anyway?Trump's presidency is posing a significant threat to the rule of law and checks and balances in America.
The Supreme Court Just Ruled Against Trump-But Don't Get Too ExcitedTrump's disregard for court orders raises concerns about his compliance with the rule of law.
Donald Trump Is Trying to Take American Law Back to 1641Trump's actions reflect a dangerous shift towards dictatorship, undermining the foundational principles of democracy.
Lawful, but Enormously DestructiveTrump's Pentagon leadership purge raises significant concerns about military qualifications and the rule of law.
Trump's Third Term Talk Defies Constitution and Tests DemocracyTrump's remarks about holding onto power raise serious concerns about his commitment to democracy and constitutional limits.
Trump's Justice Dept. Speech Shows a Renewed Quest for VengeanceTrump's speech marked a break from presidential norms, attacking Justice Department officials instead of upholding the rule of law.
Trump Doesn't Have the Authority. What Happens When He Does It Anyway?Trump's presidency is posing a significant threat to the rule of law and checks and balances in America.
MPs' attacks on judges a huge threat to the rule of law, says attorney generalPolitical attacks on judges threaten the rule of law and judicial independence, warns Attorney General.
ABA, more than 50 bar associations condemn 'government actions that seek to twist the scales of justice'Over 50 bar associations unite to defend justice and oppose government actions undermining the legal system.
MPs' attacks on judges a huge threat to the rule of law, says attorney generalPolitical attacks on judges threaten the rule of law and judicial independence, warns Attorney General.
ABA, more than 50 bar associations condemn 'government actions that seek to twist the scales of justice'Over 50 bar associations unite to defend justice and oppose government actions undermining the legal system.
Marine Le Pen Barred From French Presidential Run After Embezzlement RulingMarine Le Pen's corruption conviction leads to her five-year disqualification from public office, igniting controversy and debate over democracy in France.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor Says Judges Must Be Fearlessly Independent'Judges must be fearlessly independent for the rule of law to survive.
The obscure Jimmy Lai ruling that exposed the erosion of Hong Kong's rule of lawHong Kong's legal system faces increasing erosion of judicial independence amidst national security law interpretations.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor Says Judges Must Be Fearlessly Independent'Judges must be fearlessly independent for the rule of law to survive.
The obscure Jimmy Lai ruling that exposed the erosion of Hong Kong's rule of lawHong Kong's legal system faces increasing erosion of judicial independence amidst national security law interpretations.
Friedman: Democracy is on the line in Israel and AmericaThe consolidation of power by Netanyahu may signify a troubling trend of eroding the rule of law in democracies like Israel and the U.S.
Opinion | Democracy Is on the Line in Israel and AmericaNetanyahu's attempt to fire the Shin Bet director signals a troubling pursuit of concentrated power reminiscent of challenges to the rule of law in the U.S.
Friedman: Democracy is on the line in Israel and AmericaThe consolidation of power by Netanyahu may signify a troubling trend of eroding the rule of law in democracies like Israel and the U.S.
Opinion | Democracy Is on the Line in Israel and AmericaNetanyahu's attempt to fire the Shin Bet director signals a troubling pursuit of concentrated power reminiscent of challenges to the rule of law in the U.S.
Judge 'deeply troubled' by PMQs exchange on Gazans settling in UKJudicial independence and the rule of law are essential, especially amid political disagreements over immigration policies.
Sorry, Elon': The New York Post Rebukes Way Out of His Lane' Musk for Attacks on Judge Who Ordered Halt to Deportation FlightsThe New York Post criticized Elon Musk's call for impeaching a judge, emphasizing the importance of upholding the rule of law.
Judge 'deeply troubled' by PMQs exchange on Gazans settling in UKJudicial independence and the rule of law are essential, especially amid political disagreements over immigration policies.
Sorry, Elon': The New York Post Rebukes Way Out of His Lane' Musk for Attacks on Judge Who Ordered Halt to Deportation FlightsThe New York Post criticized Elon Musk's call for impeaching a judge, emphasizing the importance of upholding the rule of law.
Rule of law deteriorates across the EU, finds reportEU's rule of law faces systemic decline, with significant challenges in justice, anti-corruption, and media freedom reported across Member States.
Thousands Of Lawyers Sign Open Letter To Defend The Rule Of Law From Executive Attack - Above the LawOver 2,100 lawyers signed a letter denouncing executive actions undermining the rule of law.
Hundreds protest in London as jailed climate activists' appeals are heardProtesters condemn the jailing of climate activists, claiming it undermines democracy and the rule of law.
Dem Senator Tells CNN Trump Has US Staring Death Of Democracy In The Eyes' With Court ShowdownSenator Murphy warns that Trump's potential defiance of court rulings poses a serious threat to democracy and the rule of law.
Elon Musk Is Coming For Biglaw - Above the LawElon Musk manipulates public opinion and undermines judicial authority for personal benefit.
Rule of law deteriorates across the EU, finds reportEU's rule of law faces systemic decline, with significant challenges in justice, anti-corruption, and media freedom reported across Member States.
Thousands Of Lawyers Sign Open Letter To Defend The Rule Of Law From Executive Attack - Above the LawOver 2,100 lawyers signed a letter denouncing executive actions undermining the rule of law.
Hundreds protest in London as jailed climate activists' appeals are heardProtesters condemn the jailing of climate activists, claiming it undermines democracy and the rule of law.
Dem Senator Tells CNN Trump Has US Staring Death Of Democracy In The Eyes' With Court ShowdownSenator Murphy warns that Trump's potential defiance of court rulings poses a serious threat to democracy and the rule of law.
Elon Musk Is Coming For Biglaw - Above the LawElon Musk manipulates public opinion and undermines judicial authority for personal benefit.
Italy one of five dismantlers' causing democratic recession' in Europe, report saysItaly's government is undermining the rule of law and exhibiting intolerance towards media, exemplifying Europe's democratic decline.
What's behind the political crisis in Bosnia Herzegovina?Republika Srpska's leadership is deepening the political crisis by ignoring legal convictions and undermining state institutions.
The most shocking Pentagon firing wasn't the top general, legal experts say. It was the lawyers.The removal of top JAG officers poses a significant threat to the rule of law in the military.
Opinion | America Has a Rogue PresidentTrump's firing of military leaders undermines professionalism and politicizes the military.The removal of top judge advocates general threatens the integrity of the legal framework governing the military.
Will The Association Of American Law Schools Be The Next On The FTC's No Contact List? - Above the LawThe rule of law in America is threatened by recent executive actions undermining judicial authority.
Who sustains the rule of law? - Harvard GazetteCitizens play a vital role in upholding the rule of law, alongside government officials.
Venomous' attacks on attorney general undermining rule of law, say UK lawyersPersonal attacks on Attorney General Richard Hermer threaten public trust in the legal system and the rule of law.
Seven Former Manhattan U.S. Attorneys Voice Their Support for Danielle SassoonDanielle R. Sassoon's resignation exemplifies integrity amid pressure to dismiss corruption charges against NYC's mayor.
Sotomayor Says Presidents Are Not Monarchs and Must Obey RulingsSonia Sotomayor highlighted the crucial balance of power within the government, stressing that all officials must respect court rulings.
Opinion | Lessons on Authoritarianism From Around the WorldTyranny develops gradually, often overlooked until too late.
Sotomayor Says Presidents Are Not Monarchs and Must Obey RulingsSonia Sotomayor highlighted the crucial balance of power within the government, stressing that all officials must respect court rulings.
Opinion | Lessons on Authoritarianism From Around the WorldTyranny develops gradually, often overlooked until too late.
Law Schools Applications Are Up, Which Means That Students Need To Be Admitted Responsibly - Above the LawThere is a significant surge in law school applications nationally, reflecting a growing interest in law and justice amid societal challenges.
FilmWatch Weekly: Brazil's 'I'm Still Here,' India's 'Santosh,' and Hong Kong's 'The Prosecutor,' plus more * Oregon ArtsWatchInternational films highlight the critical discussion surrounding the rule of law and its real-world implications on families under authoritarian regimes.
Hong Kong chief justice claims overseas judges have left due to orchestrated harassment'Foreign judges are leaving Hong Kong's judiciary amid concerns over legal independence following the national security law and increasing geopolitical tensions.