Summary
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said that President Donald Trump is using his executive power very forcefully. He pointed out that many of Trump's actions are being quickly challenged in court. The Supreme Court, which has a conservative majority, often deals with these legal challenges.
Key Facts
- Justice Alito commented on President Trump's aggressive use of executive power in an interview.
- He mentioned that recent presidents, including Trump, have increasingly used executive actions.
- Alito observed that many of President Trump's decisions face immediate legal challenges.
- He noted that the Supreme Court has a conservative 6-3 majority.
- Alito explained that Congress has given more power to the executive branch over time.
- The Supreme Court often rules on cases that question the extent of presidential power.
- Justice Amy Coney Barrett stated that the Court's decisions affect future presidencies.
- A specific case involving Trump's use of the National Guard in Illinois is currently pending a decision.
