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Justice Elena Kagan

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Justice Elena Kagan: Supreme Court Not a Rubber Stamp for Trump

Liberal Justice Elena Kagan emphasized that despite the Supreme Court's conservative leanings, it has acted independently of President Donald Trump on key issues.

Jul 24, 2026, 5:46 AM Washington Times News

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Justice Kagan Rejects Claims Supreme Court Is a "Rubber Stamp" for Trump Administration

In remarks at the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, Justice Elena Kagan disputed the narrative that the Supreme Court consistently sides with the Trump Administration.

Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 4:12 AM

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Supreme Court Justices Testify on Rising Threats and Security Needs

Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan detailed increased threats against the Supreme Court during their first congressional appearance since 2019, highlighting security concerns and political tensions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 9:21 AM

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US Supreme Court Justices Report Surge in Threats, Seek Increased Security Funding

Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testify before Congress about rising threats impacting their personal lives and call for enhanced protection measures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 9:26 PM

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Supreme Court’s ‘Reasonable Expectation of Privacy’ Test Faces Criticism and Continues to Shape Fourth Amendment Law

The landmark 1967 Katz case established a privacy standard that still influences rulings, though some justices question its constitutional basis and practical clarity.

Reason | Jul 9, 2026, 6:31 AM

US Supreme Court Ruling on TPS Poses Challenges for 1.3 Million Immigrants

The Supreme Court decision limits protections for Temporary Protected Status holders, impacting many long-term residents and critical sectors like elder care.

Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 10:37 AM

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Supreme Court Issues Mixed Rulings on Trump’s 2025-2026 Agenda

The Supreme Court’s final decisions of the term upheld and struck down key elements of former President Trump’s policies, affecting immigration protections, executive authority, and civil rights laws.

CBS Politics | Jun 30, 2026, 8:14 PM

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Justice Kagan: Supreme Court Is Not a ‘Rubber Stamp’ for Trump

Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan emphasized that despite a conservative majority and several rulings favoring President Trump, the Court operates independently.

The Hill | Jul 24, 2026, 4:35 AM

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Justice Kagan Reflects on Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Pivotal Vote in Her Supreme Court Confirmation

Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan honored the late Sen. Lindsey Graham and recalled his crucial bipartisan support during her 2010 confirmation hearing.

Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 4:13 PM

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Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Criticizes Roberts Court, Signals State Will Resist High Court Precedents

Justice Todd Eddins sharply rebukes the US Supreme Court's conservative majority for undermining constitutional rights and democracy in a recent ruling.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 8:41 PM

Supreme Court Justices Request $14.6 Million Increase in Security Amid Rising Threats

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testify before House lawmakers, highlighting increased threats impacting their personal lives and urging enhanced protection funding.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 11:31 PM

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Kagan and Barrett Diverge on Need for Independent Supreme Court Ethics Enforcement

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett expressed differing opinions on July 14, 2026, about establishing an independent panel to enforce the court’s ethics code.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 5:53 PM

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Supreme Court Justices Urge Congress for Increased Security Funding Amid Rising Threats

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress seeking over $228 million for the Supreme Court's next fiscal year budget, emphasizing a significant rise in threats against the judiciary.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 4:34 PM

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Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Halting Trump-Era Immigration Push

The Supreme Court ruled that nearly everyone born in the United States is an American citizen, dealing a setback to former President Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship.

The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 10:19 PM

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Justice Thomas Labels Transgender Language a ‘Lie’ in Supreme Court Opinion

In a concurring opinion, Justice Clarence Thomas argues that transgender language obscures biological reality, dissenting from protections for transgender athletes in women’s sports.

The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 8:33 PM

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Executive Order Ending Birthright Citizenship

The Supreme Court reaffirmed the constitutional right to birthright citizenship, rejecting President Trump’s attempt to end automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented immigrants.

The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 8:08 PM

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Supreme Court Strikes Down Federal Limits on Political Party Spending in Coordination with Candidates

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that longstanding limits on coordinated political party expenditures violate the First Amendment, potentially unleashing increased campaign spending ahead of the midterm elections.

Fox News Latest | Jun 30, 2026, 7:24 PM

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Sen. Klobuchar Questions Acting AG Blanche on ICE-Involved Shootings Amid Justice Department Scrutiny

During a high-stakes confirmation hearing, Sen. Amy Klobuchar pressed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on recent ICE-related shootings and information sharing with state authorities.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 3:31 PM

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Darline Graham Sworn In to Senate Seat Following Lindsey Graham’s Unexpected Death

Sen. Darline Graham has been sworn in to complete the Senate term of her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly.

NBC Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 8:01 AM

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Supreme Court Justices Kagan and Barrett Discuss Security Threats and Funding Needs with Lawmakers

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett met with lawmakers to address concerns about their safety and the court's security funding.

NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 AM

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Supreme Court Justices Barrett and Kagan Testify on Capitol Hill Budget Request

Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan appeared before lawmakers to advocate for a $14 million increase in the Supreme Court’s security budget for the upcoming year.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:01 AM

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Justices Kagan and Barrett Testify Before Congress Seeking Increased Supreme Court Security Budget

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared together before Congress on July 14, 2026, urging lawmakers to allocate more funds to address growing security threats against the Court and its members.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 10:57 PM

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Kagan and Barrett Testify on Supreme Court Budget Amid Security Concerns; Fed Chair Warsh Testifies on Inflation Policy

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared on Capitol Hill to discuss the court’s budget and rising security threats, while Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh testified in the House following new inflation data.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 3:03 PM

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Dozens Killed in Bangkok Bar Fire; Other Major Incidents Reported July 13, 2026

A deadly fire in Bangkok claimed dozens of lives amid reports of blocked exits. Meanwhile, incidents in the US included a bison attack in Yellowstone and a security breach delaying a Jay-Z concert.

ABC Top Stories | Jul 14, 2026, 3:02 PM