Justin Wise

Six Louisiana coastal parishes sued Big Oil over the erosion of coastal wetlands a decade ago, but they’re still fighting over what court should hear the case. A judge who called the fight over jurisdiction “shameful” has since died and the parishes’ coun... See more

US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito recused from a case involving the oil industry just ahead of oral arguments due to stock ownership in a company involved in the broader dispute. With the case set to be heard Jan. 12, the court said Thursday that Alit... See more

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito won’t participate in arguments next week in a case tied to a lawsuit against oil and gas giants because of a financial stake in a company involved in the broader dispute. Alito recused himself because of a financial inte... See more

The Supreme Court is set to weigh in on cases that could recalibrate executive power, influence the 2026 midterms, and offer its view on birthright citizenship. Several significant rulings are expected early in the year Among them is Learning Resources v.... See more

Chief Justice John Roberts emphasized the importance of judicial independence in his annual report while avoiding any direct reference to a year of deep tension both within the judiciary and with President Donald Trump. “The Constitution,” Roberts wrote i... See more