Every December, you’ll see twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and maybe even a nativity scene in town squares. For many years, these scenes were common, but some people think they shouldn’t be allowed in public places. The U. S. has a long history of religious displays during the holidays. However,
On October 11, the Supreme Court will hear a crucial case, United States v. Skrmetti, regarding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth. The heart of the debate is whether this ban violates the 14th Amendment's equal protection clause, which prohibits sex discrimination. Tennessee’s
The U. S. Supreme Court is mulling over a hot topic: flavored e-cigarettes. Two companies argue that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) unfairly refused to approve their products, saying they might make young people start smoking. The FDA, on the other hand, worries about the health risks. Justi
There’s a first time for everything, including arguing before the Supreme Court. Meet Chase Strangio, a 42-year-old lawyer who made history when he became the first openly transgender attorney to present before the highest court in the land. This isn’t just any case; Strangio is challenging Tennesse
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, given their roles in President-elect Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are gunning to scrap federal regulations. They point to Supreme Court rulings in 2022 and 2023 that limit agency regulatory power. However, legal experts believe these rulings coul
Imagine a battle over who decides what’s best for kids. That’s what’s happening as the Supreme Court prepares to tackle a case about puberty blockers and hormone treatments for transgender youth. Many conservatives who’ve long fought for parental rights are now divided. Some back Tennessee’s ban on
The US Supreme Court has chosen not to review a case brought by major tobacco companies against the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The companies were arguing that the FDA’s rule requiring graphic health warnings on cigarette packages and ads violates their First Amendment rights. The FDA's rule
The Supreme Court has taken on a significant case that questions Congress' ability to give power to federal agencies. This case involves the Universal Service Fund, which provides cheap phone and internet services to rural schools and low-income families. The fund is managed by the Federal Communica
The Supreme Court is about to dive into a significant debate that could change how much power federal agencies have. This time, it's about a program run by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that requires companies to pay for telecommunications services in areas where they're not usually av
Actor Jussie Smollett, known for his role in the TV show "Empire, " has had a big legal win. The Illinois Supreme Court decided to overturn his 2021 conviction for faking a hate crime. This all started back in 2019 when Smollett claimed he was attacked by two "white supremacists" in Chicago. It turn
