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Shorthanded Supreme Court Split on Union Fees
The outcome emphasized the impact of Scalia's death, as he likely would have been a decisive vote against the unions.
Supreme Court Opens Door to Protections for Stun Guns
The decision is a temporary victory for gun rights activists.
Sanders: I Would Withdraw Garland as Court Nominee
The Democratic candidate seemed to criticize President Obama's choice to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia.
Obama Nominates Merrick Garland to U.S. Supreme Court
"I've selected a nominee who is widely recognized not only as one of America's sharpest legal minds but as someone who brings to his work a spirit of decency, modesty, integrity, evenhandedness and excellence," Obama said.
Where I Differ With Obama Over Scalia's Replacement
The Supreme Court is meant to adhere to the letter of the law, not to draw on life experiences.
Sandoval Withdraws as Possible Supreme Court Nominee
Sandoval, a Mexican-American who is considered a moderate Republican, did not offer a reason for his withdrawal.
Scalia's Funniest Dissent: What Is Golf?
The Supreme Court was asked to decide: Does a disabled golfer using a golf cart enjoy an unfair advantage?
Leaders Attend Scalia Memorial Service in Washington
Service provides a brief respite for official Washington from the fierce battle over his succession.
Financial Backgrounds of the Short-Listed New Justices
How much do the top six names heading for Scalia's vacancy on the Supreme Court currently earn?
How a New Justice Could Change Our Elections
From Citizens United to redistricting and voter fraud, the Supreme Court could radically alter how we vote.
The GOP Is Violating the Spirit of the Constitution
By violating the separation of powers, Senate Republicans are threatening democracy.
Obama's SCOTUS Plan: Indisputable Qualifications
"The Constitution is pretty clear about what is supposed to happen now," the president said on Tuesday.
Scalia: Conservatives Have More to Lose by Delay
If Republicans refuse to act on a well-qualified nominee, Senate Democrats will refuse to move any other item of business.
Replacing Scalia—Could Obama Make a Recess Appointment?
The Constitution allows the president to fill a vacancy on the Court temporarily, bypassing the Senate.
Death of Scalia Puts Court's Gun Stance into Question
The conservative justice wrote the landmark decision in 2008 that recognized the Second Amendment as an individual right to bear arms.
Sides Dig In for Battle Over Supreme Court
Both Republicans and Democrats claim history is on their side
The Wit and Wisdom of Scalia: Nine Zingers
The conservative justice on Christianity, the need for character and strictly interpreting the Constitution.
Battle in Senate to Replace Scalia Has Already Started
Both parties wasted little time wading in to a heated clash that could continue until Obama leaves office.
Scalia: What Were the Founding Fathers Thinking?
Scalia fought to prevent judges from imposing the latest political or legal fads on the nation.
Likely Options as Obama Weighs Supreme Court Nominee
Two prominent Asian-American judges among possible nominees after death of Antonin Scalia.
This Isn't the First Election Year SCOTUS Nomination
In June 1968, Chief Justice Earl Warren submitted his resignation to President Lyndon Johnson, who nominated Associate Justice Abe Fortas to replace him.
Top Republicans Call for Delay on Supreme Court Nominee
Justice Antonin Scalia's death puts all three branches of government in play.
Antonin Scalia of Supreme Court Dead at 79
Scalia, who was at a ranch in west Texas, was found dead after failing to arrive at breakfast Saturday.
Black Students Do Fine at Elite Schools, Justice Scalia
Scalia's assertion that African-Americans don't do well at fast-track schools is just plain wrong.
Scalia Comments Shine Light on U.S. Institutional Racism
The Supreme Court justice has all but said that black lives don't matter.
Revolutionary (and Hypocritical?) Supreme Court Makes Gay Marriage Legal
The ruling shows an activist court, for both the right and left.
Why Obamacare Survived
The Supreme Court kept the law intact, and Republicans will struggle to repeal it, even if they win in 2016.
Scalia's Defense of the Death Penalty Is in Tatters
The case the Supreme Court justice said was the perfect justification for capital punishment has fallen apart.