Justice Amy Coney Barrett, appointed in 2020, stated the Supreme Court lacks the power to enforce its rulings if a president chooses to ignore them, lacking the “power of the purse” and “power of the sword.” She discussed her legal theory of originalism and the ongoing debate surrounding executive power, specifically referencing the “unitary executive theory.” Barrett acknowledged that the court often makes decisions along partisan lines, though she maintains she is “nobody’s justice.” During the interview, she was hesitant to discuss what the court’s role might be in the face of an executive challenging its authority.
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The recent Trump immunity decision only serves to highlight the complete and utter farce that is conservative ‘originalism’. As someone who values integrity and truth in our legal system, it is disheartening to see the manipulation and distortion of constitutional principles for political gain. The idea that conservative justices are adhering to the original intent of the founding fathers is laughable at best and dangerous at worst.
The very notion of originalism, as touted by conservative lawmakers, seems to be nothing more than a facade to justify their own power grabs and protect their own interests. By cherry-picking elements of the Constitution that suit their agenda, they have created a narrative that shields them from accountability and allows them to act with impunity.… Continue reading
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