The Supreme Court is sharply divided as it prepares to deliver its final decisions of the term this week. The justices are set to rule on whether President Trump can end the guarantee of birthright citizenship.
A second major case will determine if the president can fire a leader of the independent Federal Reserve. Both rulings carry significant implications for executive power and constitutional law.
The birthright citizenship case challenges a long-standing interpretation of the 14th Amendment. Opponents argue that ending the guarantee would alter a core American legal principle.
The Federal Reserve case tests the independence of the nation’s central bank. Supporters of the president say greater control over monetary policy is needed for accountability.
The court’s conservative majority appears fractured on these issues, with some justices expressing concerns about sweeping executive authority. Liberalleaning justices have raised alarms about potential overreach.
These decisions come amid a politically charged atmosphere, with the 2026 midterm elections approaching. Public trust in the court remains low following earlier controversial rulings.
Observers expect split decisions, possibly with concurring opinions that limit the scope of each ruling. The outcomes will shape the balance of power between the branches for years.
