SCOTUS

Defending Parental Rights: WILL Advocates for Family Counselors in Landmark SCOTUS Case

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Madison, Wis. — The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty has filed a significant legal brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, emphasizing the importance of First Amendment rights for family counselors and parents. This action comes amid ongoing debates surrounding parental authority and the treatment of children in educational and counseling settings. At the heart of the case are family therapists who advocate for the liberty to guide parents in their child-rearing decisions. The institute argues that parents should have the freedom to make informed choices about their children’s well-being without fear of legal repercussions. … Read more

Harvard Welcomes Kannon K. Shanmugam: Prominent Republican Attorney and SCOTUS Veteran Joins University’s Governing Board

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Cambridge, Massachusetts — Kannon K. Shanmugam, a distinguished appellate attorney with notable Republican affiliations, has been appointed to the Harvard Corporation, effective July 1. The announcement was made on Thursday by the University, confirming his election by the Corporation and subsequent approval by the Board of Overseers. Shanmugam will take over the position from Theodore V. Wells Jr., who has served for over 12 years. He will join biochemist Richard P. Lifton as a new member of the Corporation this summer. Currently a partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, Shanmugam previously held a … Read more

SCOTUS Guides Trump’s Executive Power Expansion: Insights from a Law Professor

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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court has played a pivotal role in shaping the scope of executive power and immunity, with significant implications for former President Donald Trump. Legal experts indicate that recent rulings may have eased Trump’s path as he navigates various legal challenges. After years of contentious legal battles, Trump faces numerous inquiries that test the limits of presidential authority. Scholars suggest that the Supreme Court has not only influenced the landscape of executive power but has also provided a form of de facto endorsement of broader executive immunity during its recent … Read more