Since her nomination to the Supreme Court, Justice Amy Coney Barrett has faced scrutiny from all sides. She weathered a swift and strong backlash from former supporters this month when she joined Democratic-appointed justices to reject President Trump’s request to freeze foreign aid funds. In the days after the decision, members of her family received
Justice Amy Coney Barrett is the junior member of the Supreme Court’s conservative supermajority, having served just three full terms. But her vote may be decisive as the justices consider whether and how hard to push back against President Trump’s efforts to reshape American government. On Wednesday, for instance, she was the only one of
By BEN NAGLE Published: 15:47 EST, 28 November 2024 | Updated: 15:53 EST, 28 November 2024 The Miami Dolphins have opted to not activate Shaq Barrett off their reserve/retired list, putting a heartbreaking end to his plans to return to the NFL this season. Barrett hung up his cleats in the offseason, citing a desire
Rep.-elect Tom Barrett of Michigan will occupy the Capitol office space that his great-grandfather used almost a century ago. Paul Sancya/AP hide caption toggle caption Paul Sancya/AP Rep.-elect Tom Barrett, who will be sworn into Congress in January, is looking forward to taking office — and not just generally speaking. The Michigan Republican will be