Neil Gorsuch says his loyalty is to the Constitution
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Updated · CBS New York · May 5
Neil Gorsuch says his loyalty is to the Constitution
8 articles · Updated · CBS New York · May 5
In a CBS interview in Washington, the Trump-appointed justice rejected Donald Trump's claim that justices owe loyalty to the presidents who chose them.
Gorsuch said life tenure exists so judges can apply the law fairly, without politics or outside pressure, amid Trump's anger over February's 6-3 ruling striking down most of his tariffs.
He also cautioned against Supreme Court reforms such as term limits or expanding the bench, as criticism of the court has intensified from both Republicans and Democrats after recent major rulings.
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