How the Supreme Court Gets Its Power (And Why It’s Controversial)

US Supreme Court building with gavel and legal documents symbolizing judicial power

Just days ago, nine unelected judges overruled the President of the United States — and there was nothing he could do about it. On February 20, the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s sweeping tariffs in a 6-3 ruling, with two of his own appointees siding against him. Trump called it “deeply disappointing.” The episode raises … Read more

What Is Executive Privilege — And When Can Presidents Use It?

A legal battle that most Americans never expected to see just played out in real time — and it ended in a stunning reversal. On February 3, 2026, Bill and Hillary Clinton agreed to testify before Congress about their knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein after months of resistance, caving only hours before facing a historic contempt … Read more