India Supreme Court Orders CAPF Cadre Overhaul Within Six Months

Recent developments around the U.S. Supreme Court reflect significant debates on judicial structure, authority, and reforms. Representative Hank Johnson introduced the Supreme Court Tenure Establishment and Retirement Modernization (TERM) Act, proposing 18-year term limits for justices with a staggered appointment schedule to reduce partisanship and restore public confidence in the judiciary. Meanwhile, a hidden provision in a newly passed U.S. House tax bill could limit courts' authority, including the Supreme Court’s, by barring enforcement of contempt citations without a bond, a move described by legal scholars as undermining federal court power. Additionally, the Supreme Court is actively relisting cases, including a notable challenge to California's Proposition 12 concerning animal welfare and interstate commerce, indicating ongoing judicial engagement with complex policy issues. Commentary on the Court’s recent decisions highlights critiques of the Court’s constitutional interpretations, with arguments that some rulings represent judicial policymaking beyond constitutional text. These developments collectively underscore tensions about the Court's role, authority, and the evolving discourse on judicial reform and independence.