SCOTUS
Coverage of SCOTUS in the Nexus archive.
- SCOTUS ruled that ‘geofence warrants’ are a constitutional search. What does that mean for security and privacy in NYC?
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in Chatrie v. United States that 'geofence warrants' requiring tech companies to identify devices in a specific area constitute a constitutional search under the Fourth Amendment. The decision raises concerns about privacy in New York as it could impact surveillance technologies like license plate data and facial recognition, with experts warning about potential 'tireless and absolute surveillance' through expanded data access by law enforcement.
- Chicago immigrant groups celebrate SCOTUS birthright ruling: 'A moment to engage'
Chicago immigrant groups celebrated the Supreme Court's birthright ruling, acknowledging the ongoing fight for immigration rights.
- GOP gets new midterm spending weapon from SCOTUS
A Supreme Court ruling allows GOP campaign committees to spend unlimited funds in coordination with candidates, enhancing their financial advantage over Democrats. The Senate GOP campaign committee plans to shift to coordinated ad buys under the new rules, leveraging lower ad and postage costs. Republican committees hold significantly more cash reserves compared to Democratic counterparts as of May.
- The Needle: Local Hero Plays Darth Vader Theme at National Guard and Gets Paid, Freedom 250’s MAGA Sponsors Get Big Contracts, SCOTUS Gives Trump Wins and Losses, Trump Admits to Election Meddling, and 100 Deported Venezuelans Are Missing
A local individual received $50,000 after suing the government over a First Amendment violation during a protest where he played Darth Vader's theme. Federal contracts worth $130 million were awarded to Trump allies for a national celebration. SCOTUS granted Trump partial legal victories and losses, while he admitted to interfering in a California election. Additionally, 100 Venezuelans deported before an earthquake are now missing.
- Morning news brief
The U.S. and Iran will resume peace talks. SCOTUS is expected to decide on birthright citizenship. Colorado voters are heading to the polls.
- Morning news brief
The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes over the weekend, Venezuela's earthquakes have led to ongoing search efforts for survivors, and Trump's immigration agenda received support from SCOTUS.
- Morning news brief
Rescuers in Venezuela continue searching for the missing after devastating earthquakes. SCOTUS rulings have given Trump more power to set immigration policy. Trump is working to engage struggling American farmers.
- Could SCOTUS ruling on marijuana users' gun rights impact Colorado?
A Supreme Court ruling on whether marijuana users can possess firearms may affect Colorado, where recreational marijuana use is legal.
- Hegseth says ‘see you at SCOTUS’ after appeals court rules Trump admin illegally banned active transgender troops
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth indicated he is willing to appeal a federal appeals court decision that ruled the Trump administration's policy banning active transgender troops unconstitutional. The court found the policy, implemented under Hegseth, illegally expelled troops.
- Conservative SCOTUS justice torches Ketanji Brown Jackson in extraordinary rebuke: 'Baseless and insulting'
A conservative SCOTUS justice criticized Ketanji Brown Jackson in a strong rebuke, calling her comments baseless and insulting. The justice's statement reflects a deep disagreement. The nature of the disagreement is not specified.
- Trump reveals he has multi-pick SCOTUS plan ready as retirement speculation heats up
President Donald Trump announced he is prepared to appoint up to three Supreme Court justices if vacancies arise, amid speculation about Justice Samuel Alito's potential retirement. The remarks highlight political tensions over shaping the court's conservative majority ahead of the 2026 midterms.