The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for May 5, 2025
At a Puerto Rico conference May 1st, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warned judges that recent threats from the White house are “attacks on our democracy.” Here is a portion of her speech.
“It seems as though every time I read the news or turn on the television these days, I see the affronts, and I am also reminded of the vital work that judges do to protect our constitutional order.
Unfortunately, that solemn duty seems both more urgent and more difficult with each passing day. Across the nation, judges are facing increased threats of not only physical violence but also professional retaliation, just for doing our jobs. And the attacks are not random; they seem designed to intimidate those of us who serve in this critical capacity.
The attacks are also not isolated incidents; that is, they impact more than just the individual
judges who are being targeted. Rather, the threats and the harassment are attacks on our democracy—on our system of government. And they ultimately risk undermining our Constitution and the rule of law.”
She concluded:
“Other judges have faced challenges like the ones we face today, and have prevailed. I urge you to keep going—keep doing what is right—for the good of the country. And I do believe that history will vindicate your service as well.”
We have a link to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s full remarks at AmericanDemocracyMinute.org. I’m Brian Beihl.
Read Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s full remarks
Today’s Links
Articles & Resources:
U.S. Supreme Court – “Preserving Judicial Independence and the Rule of Law” Remarks by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson First Circuit Judicial Conference, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico May 1, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Politico – Ketanji Brown Jackson sharply condemns Trump’s attacks on judges
The Hill – Trump slams judges after ruling bars admin from using Alien Enemies Act to deport gangs
President Donald Trump – Post of Truth Social After Judge Halts Deportations Under the Alien Enemies Act
Politico – Trump calls for impeachment of judge who tried to halt deportations
White House Advisor Stephen Miller – Multiple Attacks on Judges via X (scan down the page)
Groups Taking Action:
American Bar Association, Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, Stand Up America Coalition
Register or Check Your Voter Registration:
U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State
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