Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett Refutes Constitutional Crisis Claims Amid Public Trust Concerns

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett has publicly rejected claims that the United States is undergoing a constitutional crisis, emphasizing that the Constitution remains 'alive and well' and that the country maintains a commitment to the rule of law. Barrett expressed concern about the erosion of public trust in the Supreme Court but urged Americans to trust the institution, acknowledging that while the court is not infallible, it operates with integrity and strives to get decisions right. Her remarks came amid criticism from both Democrats and some Trump supporters who view her rulings as insufficiently conservative. Barrett also faced criticism from legal scholars like Northwestern Law Professor Emeritus Steven Lubet, who challenged her interpretation of biblical and legal principles in her recent book. The Supreme Court, with its 6-3 conservative majority, has often sided with President Trump on key cases, even as lower courts frequently block his executive actions, leading to tensions and criticisms within the judiciary. Barrett acknowledged the need for justices to maintain thick skin in the face of personal and political attacks and noted that she avoids social media, filtering information through trusted aides.