JD Vance Claims Judges Cannot Limit Trump's Authority

Vice President JD Vance sparked controversy by suggesting that federal judges do not have the authority to limit the executive branch's power, particularly in light of a recent ruling that temporarily barred Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing Treasury Department systems. His comments, made via social media, were met with criticism from various legal experts and politicians, including Joe Scarborough, who described Vance's remarks as 'trolling' and emphasized that the Supreme Court defines the limits of presidential power. Vance's stance aligns with a broader narrative among some Republicans who perceive judicial actions against Trump's executive orders as unconstitutional interference. Critics, including Senators Adam Schiff and Chris Murphy, warned that such views threaten the rule of law and establish a dangerous precedent for executive authority. Musk also expressed his disapproval of the ruling, questioning how to effectively combat government waste without access to the relevant data. The escalating debate highlights the ongoing tensions between the judiciary and the executive branch under the Trump administration.