SCOTUS divided over judicial power in birthright citizenship case

May. 15, 2025 Law

The Supreme Court heard arguments today about whether lower court federal judges should have the power to block President Trump’s policies nationwide.

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Credits

Guest:

Jessica Levinson - Professor, LMU's Loyola Law School in Los Angeles - @LevinsonJessica

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Stephen Gregory, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Robin Estrin, Jack Ross, Nihar Patel, Zeke Reed

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