August 4, 1961: Birth of Barack Obama, Future Supreme Court Appointer
On August 4, 1961, Barack Obama was born. He would later appoint Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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On August 4, 1961, Barack Obama was born. He would later appoint Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan detailed increased threats against the Supreme Court during their first congressional appearance since 2019, highlighting security concerns and political tensions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 AMgeneral
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett met with lawmakers to address concerns about their safety and the court's security funding.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 AMpolitics
Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan appeared before lawmakers to advocate for a $14 million increase in the Supreme Court’s security budget for the upcoming year.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:01 AMus
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testify before House lawmakers, highlighting increased threats impacting their personal lives and urging enhanced protection funding.
Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 11:31 PMpolitics
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared together before Congress on July 14, 2026, urging lawmakers to allocate more funds to address growing security threats against the Court and its members.
The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 10:57 PMworld
Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testify before Congress about rising threats impacting their personal lives and call for enhanced protection measures.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 9:26 PMpolitics
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress seeking over $228 million for the Supreme Court's next fiscal year budget, emphasizing a significant rise in threats against the judiciary.
CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 4:34 PMgeneral
On July 14, 2026, Supreme Court justices returned to Capitol Hill for the first time since 2019, coinciding with notable political and social events across the United States.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 11:37 AM
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Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett will testify next week regarding the court’s fiscal 2027 budget request, including increased security funding.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 6:03 PM
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Sen. Deb Fischer criticizes the Democratic Socialists of America's platform for proposing to abolish the Senate and subordinate the Supreme Court, highlighting rising threats against justices.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 9:27 AM
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A detailed review highlights recent rulings involving Justices Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, and Barrett on interim and certiorari dockets since March 2025.
Reason | Jul 28, 2026, 8:01 PMpolitics
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett expressed differing opinions on July 14, 2026, about establishing an independent panel to enforce the court’s ethics code.
The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 5:53 PMpolitics
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared on Capitol Hill to discuss the court’s budget and rising security threats, while Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh testified in the House following new inflation data.
The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 3:03 PM
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The landmark 1967 Katz case established a privacy standard that still influences rulings, though some justices question its constitutional basis and practical clarity.
Reason | Jul 9, 2026, 6:31 AM
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An overview of the nearly 200-page Supreme Court opinions in Trump v. Barbara, highlighting key contributions from Justices and the complexity of the case.
Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 7:03 PM
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Democratic Senator Ed Markey claims Republicans unlawfully secured two Supreme Court seats in 2016 and 2020 and urges expanding the court from nine to 13 justices.
Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 10:33 PM
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The court ruled that state bans on transgender women competing in female sports do not violate Title IX, though justices were divided on constitutional grounds.
BBC World | Jun 30, 2026, 8:59 PM
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Amid rising political pressures, Justice Kagan warns that efforts to reshape the Court could backfire and undermine its role as a check on presidential power.
Reason | Aug 4, 2026, 11:35 AM
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A recent analysis and poll highlight rising American skepticism about the Supreme Court's impartiality and its alignment with partisan interests.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 1:12 PM
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After a Supreme Court setback, Donald Trump has turned to new legal tools to impose tariffs on countries including Canada and China, raising concerns about broad presidential trade powers.
Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 12:44 PM
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Georgetown law professor and former ACLU leader David Cole highlights the Supreme Court’s rejection of several Trump initiatives during the 2025–2026 term while acknowledging ongoing partisan tensions.
Reason | Aug 1, 2026, 10:30 PM
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At the National Urban League Conference, Harris endorsed progressive reforms and signaled a possible 2028 presidential bid while omitting Joe Biden from her list of effective presidents.
Daily Caller | Aug 1, 2026, 11:41 AM
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The First Circuit Court of Appeals overturned district court orders that had delayed ending Temporary Protected Status for migrants from South Sudan and Ethiopia, marking a significant immigration ruling.
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