Justices

Trump Escalates Criticism of Federal Judge, Ignoring Chief Justice’s Sharp Rebuke

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Former President Donald Trump is ramping up his criticism of a federal judge, despite a sharp rebuke from the Chief Justice of the United States. Trump’s attacks come in the face of a recent judiciary statement urging respect for the judicial process and condemning disparagements of judges. In a series of public remarks and social media posts, Trump has been vocal against the judge overseeing a legal case in which he is involved. The former president has repeatedly labeled the proceedings as “unfair” and biased against him, questioning the judge’s integrity and motives. His comments … Read more

Justices Divided Over Disqualifying Judge in Heated Family Legal Battle

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Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Supreme Court appears divided over whether to intervene in the case of a lower court judge entangled in a contentious personal family legal battle. At the heart of the dispute is whether the justice’s ability to impartially perform judicial duties has been compromised. The case has captured national attention, spotlighting the stresses and potential conflicts of interest judges may face when personal and professional lives intersect. Legal experts suggest that the outcomes could set precedents for how such situations are handled in the future, influencing both public perception and the … Read more

Iowa’s Legal Guardians: ACTL Stands Against the Politically Motivated Attacks on State Judges and Justices

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Des Moines, Iowa — The Iowa State Committee of the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL) has issued a strong statement opposing the politicized attacks on the state’s judiciary, highlighting concerns over recent criticisms aimed at individual judges and justices stemming from their legal rulings. The statement comes amid growing tensions over court decisions involving highly charged issues such as abortion rights, with activists on various sides of the debates calling for the impeachment or removal of several justices. Bill Graham, Vice-Chair of the Iowa State Committee, affirmed the group’s commitment to protecting judicial independence, … Read more

Justices Dismiss Jury Appeal but Advocate Increased Daily Compensation for Jurors

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Washington, D.C. – The Supreme Court recently decided not to hear an appeal concerning the composition of juries, leaving the current system unchanged. However, the justices signaled a noteworthy concern regarding the compensation for jurors, suggesting that an increase in the daily pay could form part of a broader solution to diversify jury pools. Juror pay, typically meager, has been pointed out as a barrier to participation for individuals from lower-income backgrounds, where taking time off work for jury duty translates directly into lost income. Advocates argue that higher compensation could alleviate this burden, making … Read more