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The Supreme Court is likely to reject an attempt to remove Donald Trump from the 2024 presidential ballot, as justices across the ideological spectrum suggested that Congress, not individual states, should set the standards for disqualifying a presidential candidate for engaging in insurrection. Colorado's Supreme Court had barred Trump from the state's presidential ballot after finding that he engaged in insurrection by inciting his followers to attack the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. If the Supreme Court rules in favor of Trump, similar efforts in other states would likely be extinguished. [Extracted from the article]

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has declined to order Israel to cease military operations in Gaza but has required Israel to enable humanitarian aid to the civilian population and take measures to prevent the destruction of the Palestinian community. The ICJ's decision came after South Africa accused Israel of violating the Genocide Convention. The court's order calls for punishment of incitement to genocide, preservation of evidence of potential violations, and the release of hostages taken by Hamas. The ruling reflects the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, recognizing Israel's right to self-defense while expressing concern about civilian casualties. [Extracted from the article]

The Supreme Court has granted the Biden administration's request to reinstate federal authority over the U.S.-Mexican border in Texas, allowing the U.S. Border Patrol to remove concertina wire that Texas officers had installed to deter migrants from crossing a 29-mile stretch of the Rio Grande. The court's decision was divided 5-4, with Chief Justice John Roberts and Justice Amy Coney Barrett joining liberal justices in the majority. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has defended the wire as an "effective deterrent" to illegal crossings, while the White House has criticized it as making the job of frontline personnel more difficult and dangerous. The conflict between Texas and the federal government over border control has escalated, with Texas taking aggressive steps to deter illegal migration and challenging the federal government's authority over international borders. [Extracted from the article]

The Supreme Court has declined to expedite a decision on whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for his attempts to overturn the 2020 election. This decision increases the likelihood that Trump's trial on charges of interfering in the election will be delayed beyond its scheduled start date of March 4. The issue will now be handled by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Trump's legal troubles are expected to continue to impact his 2024 election campaign, and his lawyers argue that he is being targeted because he is standing up for his supporters. [Extracted from the article]

The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding whether unrealized income could be taxed, but it seemed unlikely that they would impose strict new limits on Congress's power to tax income. The case involved a small payment required by a one-time charge under the 2017 tax overhaul, and challengers sought a ruling limiting income that can be taxed to money "realized" by taxpayers. Conservative groups behind the case hoped to narrow the definition of taxable income, but several justices expressed concerns about the potential effects on existing statutes and the broader implications for investors, tax advisers, and businesses. The court may sidestep the question by holding that Congress has the authority to attribute a company's unrealized income to its shareholders. [Extracted from the article]

The Supreme Court will hear arguments in the case of Moore v. U.S., which challenges a provision of the 2017 tax law that imposed a one-time levy on profits accumulated by companies outside the U.S. The case raises the question of whether income must be realized before it can be taxed. If the Moores win, it could create a constitutional barrier against taxing wealth or unrealized capital gains, potentially impacting popular Democratic proposals to tax the superrich. A sweeping ruling could also have implications for partnerships, multinational companies, and bond investors. [Extracted from the article]

Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court, has passed away at the age of 93. Appointed by President Reagan, she served on the court for nearly 25 years and was known as its most powerful justice. O'Connor was a trailblazer for women in the early 1980s and played a pivotal role in shaping the court's decisions. She was praised for her determination, ability, and candor. O'Connor's pragmatic approach to judging often put her at odds with more conservative justices, and some of her most significant opinions have been overturned by the current court. She retired in 2006 and continued to be active in public life until her battle with dementia forced her to withdraw. O'Connor's legacy as a champion for civics education and judicial independence will not be forgotten. [Extracted from the article]

The Supreme Court of the United States has issued its first-ever code of conduct, following criticism and scrutiny over ethical standards. The 15-page document compiles the informal practices that the justices have followed, aiming to dispel the misunderstanding that they are unrestricted by ethics rules. The code allows justices to seek guidance from various sources but does not establish a single ethics office or adviser, nor does it provide penalties for violations. While all nine current justices have signed the code, it may not be binding on future appointees unless they affirmatively accept it. Critics argue that a code of ethics is not effective without a mechanism to investigate and enforce the rules. The code comes after reports of undisclosed trips and favors provided to justices, which led to renewed scrutiny and calls for the court to adopt an ethical code. Legislation has been proposed to tighten standards for the Supreme Court, including creating a complaint process and allowing chief judges from lower courts to investigate and make recommendations. The code includes specific rules and principles that may be open to interpretation, and it does not address all controversies that have arisen. Some observers see the release of the code as a signal of the court's concern over its reputation. However, questions remain about the lack of an ethics office or ombudsman to provide consistent advice to justices and the individual decision-making on recusal. The court may consider additional resources and best practices to address these issues in the future. [Extracted from the article]

The Justice Department has taken the position that the Sacklers, as owners of Purdue, can't use its bankruptcy case to be released from all opioid-related claims, known and unknown, against them. Keywords: Pharmaceuticals; Over-the-counter Drugs; Healthcare/Life Sciences; Corporate Crime/Legal Action; Regulation/Government Policy; Bankruptcy; Corporate Actions; Corporate/Industrial News; Corporate Financial Difficulty; Drug/Substance Use/Abuse EN Pharmaceuticals Over-the-counter Drugs Healthcare/Life Sciences Corporate Crime/Legal Action Regulation/Government Policy Bankruptcy Corporate Actions Corporate/Industrial News Corporate Financial Difficulty Drug/Substance Use/Abuse N.PAG N.PAG 1 08/14/23 20230811 NES 230811 The justices will examine if bankruptcy courts can force claimants to sign away their legal rights in a settlement Justices will examine if bankruptcy courts can force claimants to sign away their legal rights in a settlement. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: roevwade; Pharmaceuticals; Healthcare/Life Sciences; Regulation/Government Policy; New Products/Services; Product/Service Approvals; Corporate/Industrial News; Products/Services; Abortion; Political/General News EN roevwade Pharmaceuticals Healthcare/Life Sciences Regulation/Government Policy New Products/Services Product/Service Approvals Corporate/Industrial News Products/Services Abortion Political/General News N.PAG N.PAG 1 04/25/23 20230422 NES 230422 Justices block lower-court order that would have imposed new limits on drug An error occurred. Photo Illustration: Preston Jessee WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the widely used abortion pill mifepristone to remain on the market indefinitely, granting emergency requests from the Biden administration and the brand-name manufacturer of the drug. [Extracted from the article]

George W. Bush used executive actions to expand government surveillance, and Barack Obama and Donald Trump issued directives meant to reshape the country's immigration system. Mr. Trump relied heavily on executive power to execute his agenda, issuing 200-plus orders in four years in office, more than any president in a single term since Jimmy Carter, according to data compiled by the American Presidency Project. Keywords: leder; gfx-contrib; wsjwashington; wsj-student-loans; Regulation/Government Policy; Corporate/Industrial News; Political/General News; Crime/Legal Action; Higher Education Costs; Education EN leder gfx-contrib wsjwashington wsj-student-loans Regulation/Government Policy Corporate/Industrial News Political/General News Crime/Legal Action Higher Education Costs Education N.PAG N.PAG 1 03/02/23 20230227 NES 230227 Arguments begin Tuesday over the Biden administration's roughly $400 billion plan to forgive federal student debt for tens of millions of borrowers The Supreme Court will consider sharp curbs to the power of the executive branch in a case beginning Tuesday, potentially diluting the influence of future presidents for years to come. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: kwexclusive; Business/Consumer Services; Investigation Services; Abortion; Political/General News; Crime/Legal Action; Health; Politics/International Relations; Domestic Politics; Medical Treatments/Procedures EN kwexclusive Business/Consumer Services Investigation Services Abortion Political/General News Crime/Legal Action Health Politics/International Relations Domestic Politics Medical Treatments/Procedures N.PAG N.PAG 1 01/17/23 20230114 NES 230114 At least one law clerk is among those suspected of leaking the draft abortion ruling in May Graph: The leak of a complete draft opinion last year was unprecedented and, several justices have said, devastating to relations within the court. Speaking at a judicial conference in September, Justice Neil Gorsuch said that Chief Justice Roberts had appointed an internal committee to oversee the investigation and that it was expected to issue a report. [Extracted from the article]

The Trump administration implemented the Title 42 controls, named for their federal code provision, under public-health laws dating from the 19th century designed to protect the country from contagious diseases. The Trump administration instituted the border restrictions despite allowing any foreigner with a visa to enter the U.S. via an airport or land crossing without a Covid-19 test. [Extracted from the article]

The Biden administration has been narrowing in on a plan that would combine Trump-era limits on asylum claims at the border with a new system for asylum seekers to apply to enter the U.S. legally, according to people familiar with the matter. Chief Justice John Roberts freezes lower court order canceling Title 42 Graph: A woman crosses the Rio Grande toward El Paso, Texas, which has been overwhelmed with a new surge of migrants. [Extracted from the article]

Justices focus questions on educational benefits of diversity and any potential endpoint for race-conscious policies. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Insurance; Non-life Insurance; Health/Medical Insurance; Financial Services; Regulation/Government Policy; Corporate/Industrial News; Political/General News; Society/Community; Politics/International Relations; Domestic Politics EN Insurance Non-life Insurance Health/Medical Insurance Financial Services Regulation/Government Policy Corporate/Industrial News Political/General News Society/Community Politics/International Relations Domestic Politics N.PAG N.PAG 1 06/21/21 20210618 NES 210618 The high court preserves the 2010 healthcare law, the signature legislative accomplishment of the Obama administration The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the Affordable Care Act, the third time it has preserved the 2010 healthcare law. Former President Donald Trump made opposition to the Affordable Care Act a cornerstone of his agenda, but Republicans failed to repeal the law during his term. [Extracted from the article]

PHOTO (COLOR): With the appointments of two conservative justices to the Supreme Court, conservative state lawmakers are working to overturn Roe v. Wade. Keywords: Abortion; Political/General News; Society/Community; Crime/Legal Action; Demographic Health; Health; Politics/International Relations; Domestic Politics; Social Issues; Medical Treatments/Procedures EN Abortion Political/General News Society/Community Crime/Legal Action Demographic Health Health Politics/International Relations Domestic Politics Social Issues Medical Treatments/Procedures N.PAG N.PAG 1 05/19/21 20210518 NES 210518 High court will take up state appeal seeking to ban the procedure after 15 weeks of pregnancy, giving justices opportunity to revisit Roe v. Wade The court will consider a Mississippi ban on abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy, in a case allowing it to revisit precedents back to Roe v. Wade. Two lower courts agreed, saying an unbroken line of Supreme Court rulings dating back to Roe established that states can regulate - but not outright ban - the procedure in the pre-viability months of pregnancy. [Extracted from the article]