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fromemptywheel
1 month ago
US news

Open Thread: SCOTUS Decisions, End of Term Ahead - emptywheel

The Supreme Court is expected to release significant rulings this week, including Trump v. CASA Inc. regarding birthright citizenship.
fromABA Journal
2 months ago
Social justice

Supreme Court will consider whether federal courts can reduce sentences based on innocence claim

Supreme Court to consider potential innocence in sentencing reductions under First Step Act.
Case highlights conflict between compassion and legal strictures in sentencing.
Social justice
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Supreme Court will consider whether federal courts can reduce sentences based on innocence claim

Supreme Court to consider potential innocence in sentencing reductions under First Step Act.
Case highlights conflict between compassion and legal strictures in sentencing.
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fromWashington Post
5 months ago

'Pardon czar' notches Trump rare win with clemency advocates

Trump's criminal justice policies reveal contradictions, combining tough stances with reform efforts like the First Step Act and recent appointments for clemency advocacy.
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