Amid attacks by President Trump, Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch says "my loyalty is to the Constitution"
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Key Points:
- Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch rejected President Trump's claim that justices owe loyalty to the president who appointed them, affirming his loyalty lies with the Constitution and U.S. laws.
- Gorsuch emphasized that life tenure for federal judges is meant to ensure impartial application of the law, free from political influence or public opinion.
- President Trump has criticized the Court, especially justices he appointed, for rulings against his tariffs and expressed doubt about the Court upholding his executive order on birthright citizenship.
- The Supreme Court has faced bipartisan criticism, with Democrats calling for reforms such as term limits or court expansion, though these proposals have struggled to gain legislative support.
- Gorsuch cautioned against Supreme Court reforms without thorough understanding of the institution's history and potential consequences, warning that changes could lead to ongoing alterations and instability.
