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On the recordJuly 17, 2026
I think that, as we have gotten more experienced in these constant requests that are coming to us about requests for emergency relief, that we better recognize that at least sometimes there is a need for additional information.
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Elena Kagan

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Justice Kagan on the need for transparency in emergency requests.

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