Supreme Court Opens Term With Landmark Cases On Voting Rights, Tariffs, Gender Identity, Campaign Finance

The U.S. Supreme Court's 2025 term, starting October 6, is poised to address deeply divisive cultural and partisan issues, including voting rights, tariffs, gender identity in sports, conversion therapy bans, and campaign finance reforms. Central to the Court's approach is a constitutional revolution favoring originalism, interpreting the Constitution based on its historical meaning rather than adapting it to contemporary values, a shift that has already transformed rulings on abortion, religion, and federal regulatory powers. This term also reflects intense struggles over partisan advantage and the expansion of presidential power, with concerns raised about the Court's credibility and its role as a check on executive overreach under President Trump. The fragile system of checks and balances faces challenges amid political tensions, including controversies surrounding presidential actions and indictments. Legal experts and commentators emphasize the importance of this term in shaping the future of American constitutional governance and democratic norms. As the Court takes its seat, the nation watches closely how ambition within the judiciary will influence the balance of powers and civil rights.