5th US Circuit Court of Appeals' far-right rulings prompt frequent Supreme Court interventions.
The 5th US Circuit Court of Appeals, overseeing federal appeals from Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, has sparked frequent Supreme Court interventions with far-right rulings. Many disputes occur on the "shadow docket," requiring quick decisions without full briefing and oral arguments. Despite the courts' conservative leanings, the Supreme Court has repeatedly overruled the 5th Circuit at a higher rate than other federal appeals courts.
April 07, 2024
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