The Supreme Court of the United States is the highest authority in the country's judicial system, standing alongside the executive and legislative branches in the federal government.
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The Dred Scott decision was a landmark 1857 US Supreme Court case that denied African Americans citizenship and upheld the legality of slavery. This page from Encyclopedia Britannica explores the case, providing information on Dred Scott and his case before the Supreme Court. Explore the implications of one of the most important cases in the history of the court.
This webpage from the Supreme Court Historical Society offers an in-depth look at the nine justices currently serving on the US Supreme Court. It provides detailed biographies, including their legal backgrounds and career paths. Visitors can also listen to audio clips of each justice speaking during court proceedings, offering insight into their judicial reasoning and courtroom demeanor.
Throughout its history, the Supreme Court ruled on dozens of cases regarding a woman’s right to receive an abortion. The landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case established a constitutional right to an abortion, which was later overturned by Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization in 2022. This explainer page from the Brennan Center outlines key abortion-related cases, their impacts, and the current justices' stances on the issue.
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