Jackson Emerges as Leading Supreme Court Dissenter

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has recently voiced deep concerns about threats to democracy, warning that recent Supreme Court rulings pose an existential risk to the rule of law. Her dissents have specifically criticized decisions that both expand executive power and restrict federal judges from issuing nationwide injunctions. Jackson's outspoken approach has prompted both praise and accusations of judicial activism, with conservative Justice Amy Coney Barrett publicly rebuking her arguments. Jackson maintains that public engagement and vigilance are essential in preserving democratic accountability. The disputes underscore a pronounced ideological divide on the Court, with Jackson emerging as a vocal liberal critic of the conservative majority. Her comments and dissents reflect growing debate over the judiciary's role in checking presidential power and safeguarding democratic norms.