Supreme Court Insights: Transgender Rights, Ghost Guns, and TikTok Controversies with Lindsay Whitehurst
In this episode of Passing Judgment, we delve into the Supreme Court's current term with Lindsay Whitehurst from the Associated Press. Jessica Levinson and Lindsay discuss three significant cases: a Tennessee law on transgender minors' access to gender-affirming care (Skirmiti), regulations on ghost guns, and flavored e-cigarettes. They explore the implications of these cases, potential judicial leanings, and the role of presidential administrations in legal arguments.Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:Transgender Rights in Healthcare: A case involving the access of gender-affirming care for minors, which touches on parental rights and the role of the state in healthcare decisions.Ghost Guns and Federal Regulations: A significant case about the regulation of untraceable homemade firearms and the broader implications for federal agency powers.E-Cigarettes Rules Challenge: The court's review of regulations around flavored vapes, further tying into the authority of administrative bodies.Follow Our Host: @LevinsonJessica@lwhitehurst