The final day of the Supreme Court’s scheduled term is Monday.
Two cases regarding social media regulation are still pending before the court. The outcome of these cases could impact laws in Florida and Texas that dictate how platforms like Meta and TikTok can regulate user content. These laws were initially prompted by complaints of censorship from the political right and were enacted by Republican-led legislatures in both states.
One of the most significant cases yet to be decided is the issue of former President Donald Trump’s assertion of immunity from federal charges. While the Supreme Court has previously ruled that presidents cannot be sued in civil cases for actions taken during their time in office, it has not yet determined whether a president is immune from criminal charges.
A ruling on Monday could have implications for the case against Trump for alleged election interference. The trial, set to take place in Washington, D.C., has been postponed indefinitely pending the Supreme Court’s decision, potentially delaying proceedings until after the November election.
Legal experts speaking to Scripps News have noted the unusual timing of this term, with the court facing more cases than usual in the final week of June. Experts attribute the delays to the weight of decisions like the one concerning Trump’s immunity, which require careful consideration by the justices.
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