TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Oct 2, 2023

The U.S. Supreme Court began its new term today with arguments in a criminal sentencing case, SCOTUSblog reports. Tomorrow, the justices will consider the first of at least three disputes that could result in new limits on the authority of regulatory agencies. Axios has more on that case. Other issues to be heard this term include a review of state laws that prevent social media platforms from taking down certain posts, the right of domestic abusers to have guns, Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy settlement, and the FBI’s “no-fly” list for terrorism suspects. The new term begins as questions linger about the need for an ethics code for the justices. A series of articles over the summer from Pro Publica has raised concerns about justices and their involvement with wealthy donors. The court's website indicates that it plans to continue to provide live audio of oral arguments this term, and recorded audio is posted daily following arguments. In related news, a new stamp honoring former Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was issued today timed with the opening of the court's new session, Bloomberg Law reports.