The Death Penalty Information Center released a report showing a continuing decline in the use of the death penalty for people ages 18-20 at the time of their offenses, highlighting shifting legal and societal views on youth and culpability.
The Supreme Court case of Pitchford v. Cain raises concerns about the ability of federal courts to meaningfully review claims of racial discrimination in criminal trials, as the case highlights the procedural barriers of modern post-conviction review and the difficulty of applying the Batson principle in practice.
The Supreme Court's oral arguments in the Trump v. Barbara birthright citizenship case revealed deep skepticism towards the Trump administration's attempt to restrict automatic citizenship, with the justices relying heavily on constitutional text, history and precedent.
Advocates across the US are warning of a coordinated assault on voting rights ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, citing new federal proposals and state laws that could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters.