Supreme Court

What does the U.S. Constitution require in terms of qualifications to hold national office?

Honoring the life and legacy of the first woman to be nominated and serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.

What are the ethical obligations of federal judges?

It’s Women’s History Month. Learn about the first woman eligible to practice law before the U.S. Supreme Court.

It’s a special Women’s History Spotlight. Learn about the first Black woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.

What happens after a case has been argued before the Supreme Court but before an official opinion is rendered?

Is it unusual for U.S. Supreme Court confirmation votes to fall along party lines?

What is the ‘shadow docket’, and how does it impact the justice system?

How does the Court’s power of judicial review help levels of government determine what they can and cannot do during a crisis?