They called it the ‘trial of the century’: Six privileged kids nabbed for three gruesome murders. Today, 19 years after the killings that occurred south of Manila, the main suspect was acquitted. Was justice served?
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Supreme Court Passes on Bush-Era Bumper-Sticker Battle
When it comes to First-Amendment protections, the framers of the Constitution did not have the foresight to explicitly account for bumper stickers.
Reading While Eating for October 4: Nerds, Soldiers and Supreme Court Justices
Monday’s links start the week with The Simpsons, inventions and show-stealing performances.
Listen Up: Supreme Court to Release Audio of All Arguments Online
Ever craved the chance to view a high-court case in action? Headphones will have to do for now.
Elena Kagan Confirmation: The Reaction
The New York native will become the 112th overall and fourth female Supreme Court Justice in United States history when she is sworn in on Saturday. But despite the convincing confirmation vote, not every Senator was convinced of …
Kagan to Take Supreme Court Oath Saturday
After being confirmed by the Senate with a 63-37 vote yesterday, Elena Kagan is taking no time to rest before being sworn in as the country’s 112th Supreme Court justice.
After Prop. 8 Trial, What’s Next?
Though a California judge overturned gay-marriage ban Proposition 8 yesterday, that’s hardly the first step. The decision will jump through several legal hoops on what some say is an inevitable road to the Supreme Court.
Quotes: Sen. Lindsey Graham on Elena Kagan’s Judiciary Panel Approval
“I think there’s a good reason for a conservative to vote yes.”
— SEN. LINDSEY GRAHAM, on his decision to vote in favor of Elena Kagan’s nomination to the Supreme Court (Via the Washington Post)
Supreme Court Gun Case: What Will It Change?
The Supreme Court ruled today to extend gun rights to every state and city. What does that mean? (via Swampland)
Five Hot-Button Issues Surrounding the Elena Kagan Hearings
Kagan’s appointment to the Supreme Court would put three women on the judicial branch for the first time in American history.
What Does the Supreme Court Ruling Mean for Sex Offenders?
The Supreme Court ruled May 17 that those inmates deemed “sexually dangerous” can be held indefinitely — even after their prison terms are complete.
Thieves Cross a Supreme Court Ruling
Two weeks ago, the Supreme Court let a famed cross remain on federal land. Thieves had a different idea.