Judicial independence and the rule of law

By: North Carolina Lawyers for the Rule of Law

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: June 4, 2026

Words: 575

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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President Donald Trump recently called for personal loyalty from U.S. Supreme Court Justices he appointed, criticizing them for rulings he disagreed with and asserting that they should “be loyal to the person that appointed them.” These comments were made only weeks before our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Among the core criticisms of King George was that “[h]e has obstructed the Administration of Justice,” and “[h]e has made …

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