You Vote: How significant are the new rulings by SCOTUS in letting Trump be more able to govern?

The Trump administration has witnessed a record number of temporary restraining orders (TROs) against its policies, with lower-level federal judges imposing sweeping blocks on executive actions.

Published: April 8, 2025 5:41pm

Updated: April 9, 2025 10:29am

The Supreme Court decision reversing U.S. District Judge James Boasberg’s block on President Donald Trump’s deportation of gang members under the Alien Enemies Act sent a stern message to federal judges nationwide that overreach and venue shopping won't be tolerated.

The Trump administration has witnessed a record number of temporary restraining orders (TROs) against its policies, with lower-level federal judges imposing sweeping blocks on executive actions, notably those involving immigration.

And on Tuesday, the Supreme Court rejected an order that would have mandated thousands of federal employees fired by the Trump administration be allowed to return to work. 

How significant are the recent rulings by SCOTUS in letting Trump have more ability to govern?

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