Five biggest cases the U.S. Supreme Court could soon decide
The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to make decisions on several high-profile cases that could have significant impacts across a broad spectrum of issues, from abortion rights to gun control, social media regulation, homelessness, and presidential immunity. These cases are crucial as they could reshape legal landscapes and societal norms in the United States. The first key case concerns Mifepristone, commonly referred to as the abortion pill. More than sixty percent of abortions performed in the U.S. last year involved this drug. Anti-abortion doctors have challenged its safety and the FDA's approval process, notably its allowance to be mailed. The dispute calls into question the drug's future availability and, by extension, the accessibility of medication abortions in the country. Another significant case reviews the ban on bump stocks, devices that modify semi-automatic guns to shoot more rapidly. The ban, instituted by former President Trump following the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting, faces opposition for potentially violating the Second Amendment. The Supreme Court's decision could affirm or dismantle this regulation. The Court is also considering cases related to social media content regulation. One pertinent case investigates the Biden administration's authority to request the removal of content deemed false on social media platforms. This decision could affect how social media companies moderate content and interface with government requests. On the topic of homelessness, a critical case examines the rights of unhoused individuals and the authority of cities to relocate or clear homeless encampments. This ruling has the potential to significantly alter municipal strategies addressing homelessness and the treatment of homeless populations. Finally, the Court will look at presidential immunity concerning former President Trump and the charges arising from the events of January 6th. The outcome could set a precedent regarding the legal liabilities and protections afforded to former U.S. presidents, impacting how charges against them are approached in both federal and state criminal proceedings. According to Allison LaCroix, a law professor at the University of Chicago, these cases represent opportunities for the Supreme Court to enact broad changes in American society. The case regarding Trump's immunity specifically stands out for its possible implications for democracy and how it might shield former presidents from prosecution.