6 Policies That Could Be Affected by Supreme Court’s Decision on Nationwide Injunctions

The Supreme Court on June 27 handed down a decision restricting federal judges’ ability to impose nationwide injunctions against executive policies, a ruling that was immediately hailed by President Donald Trump as a win for his administration. Justice Amy Coney Barrett delivered the opinion of the court, writing, “These injunctions—known as ‘universal injunctions’—likely exceed the equitable authority that Congress has granted to federal courts.” In comments at a White House press conference, Trump praised the decision as “amazing,” saying it is “one we’re very happy about.” “This morning, the Supreme Court has delivered a monumental victory for the Constitution, separation of powers, and the rule of law,” Trump said....