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John Roberts Just Sat Out Two Supreme Court Decisions

John Roberts Just Sat Out Two Supreme Court Decisions

Summary

Chief Justice John Roberts did not take part in two Supreme Court cases involving land rights and a lower court petition. The Supreme Court did not provide reasons for these recusals. Additionally, the Court declined to review a major settlement case involving the Boy Scouts of America, ending further legal challenges.

Key Facts

  • Chief Justice John Roberts did not participate in two Supreme Court cases.
  • One case, Alaska v. United States, involves disputes over land and resource rights.
  • The other case, Bochra v. U.S. District Court, deals with a rehearing petition.
  • The Supreme Court left in place a $2.4 billion settlement in a Boy Scouts sex-abuse case.
  • The settlement protects local councils and groups from future lawsuits.
  • The Supreme Court agreed to review two cases related to FIFA corruption.
  • Many petitions, including business and criminal appeals, were denied or turned down.
  • The next Supreme Court conference is scheduled later this month.
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