Legal

Bankruptcy Filings Increase 10.6 Percent

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Recent data indicates a significant rise in bankruptcy filings, highlighting the financial challenges faced by both individuals and businesses. The statistics reveal a 10.6 percent increase in total filings for the year ending September 30, 2025, compared to the previous year. This trend raises important questions about the economic conditions contributing to this surge and its implications for various stakeholders. Overview of Bankruptcy Filings According to the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, there were a total of 557,376 bankruptcy filings in the twelve-month period ending September 30, 2025, up from 504,112 cases in the … Read more

Supreme Court does not act on Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship – for now

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The Supreme Court’s recent inaction on President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship has left many legal experts pondering the implications of this significant constitutional issue. The order, which seeks to deny automatic citizenship to individuals born on U.S. soil, has raised questions about the interpretation of the 14th Amendment. As the court prepares to reconsider the case, the potential outcomes could have lasting effects on immigration policy and citizenship rights in the United States. Supreme Court’s Relist Procedure On Monday, the Supreme Court chose not to act on the challenges to Trump’s … Read more

Conservative Justices Question the Foundation of U.S. Colonial Rule

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The recent deliberations by conservative justices of the Supreme Court have sparked a significant discussion surrounding the constitutional foundations of U.S. colonial rule, particularly in relation to Native American tribes and U.S. territories. Historically, the Supreme Court has upheld a doctrine known as plenary power, which grants Congress extensive authority to govern these communities without a strong constitutional basis. This raises pressing questions about the implications of such power and its alignment with the fundamental principles of democracy and self-governance. The Plenary Power Doctrine The plenary power doctrine has been a cornerstone in the legal … Read more

SCOTUStoday for Monday, November 24

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As Thanksgiving week begins, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) is poised for a series of significant activities and decisions. This week, the SCOTUSblog team will provide updates on the court’s proceedings, including a regular edition of the newsletter on Tuesday and an abridged version on Wednesday. Notably, there will be no SCOTUStoday updates on Thursday or Friday, allowing the team to enjoy the holiday break. SCOTUS Quick Hits This week promises to be an eventful one for the Supreme Court, with several important cases on the docket. Among the highlights are discussions … Read more