JOURNAL ARTICLE

A MAGA JUDICIARY.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2024, v. 333, n. 1. P. 39 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Serwer, Adam 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the impact of Donald Trump's presidency on the conservative legal movement, highlighting how it has achieved significant goals such as overturning abortion rights and ending affirmative action. It discusses the transformation of the federal judiciary into a battleground for conservative ideologies, with judges appointed during Trump's term often prioritizing personal beliefs over established legal precedents. The piece critiques the use of "originalism" as a legal framework, suggesting it has become a tool for justifying conservative outcomes while ignoring historical complexities. The article warns that if Trump were to win a second term, the judiciary could further entrench conservative power, potentially undermining democratic accountability. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2024/01, Vol. 333, Issue 1, p39
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:174555422
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