Judicial Checks on Executive Overreach
Courts continue to block Trump actions (postal service, birthright citizenship, student loans) with 0-21 record. DeSoto County ruling reinforces Purcell principle. Stein/Scott op-ed on federalism limits. Federal judge blocks postal service power grab nationwide. New: Schiff op-ed on Supreme Court reform adds policy dimension; DOJ voter data challenge dismissed in 23 states; Shelby County study provides empirical evidence on preclearance's impact.
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Updated Aug 20, 2026