John Roberts warns personal attacks on Supreme Court are dangerous
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Updated · POLITICO · May 6
John Roberts warns personal attacks on Supreme Court are dangerous
14 articles · Updated · POLITICO · May 6
Speaking on Wednesday, the chief justice said criticism is legitimate but becomes problematic when aimed at individual judges after recent 6-3 rulings and a February tariff case.
Roberts said public hostility tied to named judges could create serious safety risks, while defending the court's restraint in overturning precedent such as Roe v Wade.
His remarks follow attacks from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and President Donald Trump, and echo his separate complaint that Supreme Court oral arguments have become too long.
How might Chief Justice Roberts' planned reforms to oral arguments change the dynamics of Supreme Court decision-making?
With public trust declining, what new measures could the Court take to restore its legitimacy and transparency?