Courts & Law
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By shooting down 'Chevron deference' doctrine, SCOTUS restored democratic rulemaking, experts say
“The ramifications of this decision are going to be felt for decades,” energy analyst David Blackmon said. The decision removes a considerable amount of power from administrative agencies, who will now have to provide evidence before issuing decisions.
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Texas Supreme Court allows ban on gender affirming care for minors
The state Supreme Court said in its 8-1 majority opinion that the ruling was specifically about whether the state law was constitutional, not what treatment a minor who suffers from "gender dysphoria" should have.
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Supreme Court rejects Bannon's appeal, former Trump adviser must report to prison Monday
Bannon was previously convicted in July 2022 of contempt of Congress for defying subpoenas from the House Jan. 6 select committee.