Supreme Court

On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, a case that could determine whether Medicaid beneficiaries have a right to challenge a state’s removal of providers. The Justices closely examined whether the “free choice of provider” clause in the Medicaid Act creates an enforceable right under Section 1983. South Carolina contends it does not, while Planned Parenthood and a Medicaid recipient argue otherwise. A ruling is expected by June 2025.

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Charter School Board, a case addressing whether a religious charter school can receive public […]

Did former Stockton Fire Chief Ronald Hittle face religious discrimination for attending a leadership conference hosted by a Christian organization? First Liberty argues that, although Hittle attended for secular training, Stockton unfairly penalized him due to the event’s religious affiliation, framing this as a case of religious bias in the workplace.

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a case that questions whether EMTALA, which requires hospitals to provide emergency care, including abortions to protect a woman’s health, preempts Idaho’s law allowing abortions only to prevent death.

Navigating the world of legal rulings, especially on issues like religious freedom, free speech, and discrimination, can feel overwhelming. Recent Supreme Court decisions have raised questions about the balance of […]

Religious parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, have appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court to reinstate their right to opt their children out of lessons on gender and sexuality. The case, Mahmoud v. Taylor, brings a legal challenge to the Montgomery County Board of Education’s decision to deny parents the ability to exempt their children from exposure to storybooks that include topics such as gender transitions and same-sex relationships.

At the Reagan Library, Justice Neil Gorsuch discussed his book “Overruled,” highlighting the dangers of excessive laws and regulations, emphasizing their negative impact on ordinary Americans’ lives.

Setting aside the wisdom of reinventing the Supreme Court, the political feasibility of enacting these reforms is dubious.

If the government gains more leverage over platform speech, it might restrict religious expression deemed harmful, even if the platforms themselves would allow it. 

Louisiana law now requires the Ten Commandments in public schools, raising theological and constitutional questions. Governor John Bel Edwards defends it, anticipating legal challenges.