Today, the Court abdicates its vital role in that effort. With the stroke of a pen, the President has made a ‘solemn mockery’ of our Constitution.
Sonia Sotomayor: “Today, the Court abdicates its vital role in that effort. With the stroke of a pen, the President has made a ‘solemn…”
On the recordJune 27, 2025
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Critiques the Supreme Court's decision as undermining constitutional principles.
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