Supreme Court Nears Term End with Major Cases Pending on Citizenship, Gun Rights, and Agency Independence
The U.S. Supreme Court is approaching the end of its current term, with several significant cases yet to be decided. Among the pending cases are those concerning birthright citizenship, gun rights, and the independence of government agencies. President Trump has challenged the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship, arguing it does not apply to children of non-citizens. Additionally, the court is set to decide on the legality of laws requiring gun owners to obtain permission before bringing firearms onto private property in certain states. Another critical case involves the independence of government agencies, with potential implications for the ability of presidents to dismiss agency leaders. The court's decisions on these matters are expected by the end of June or early July.