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Chief Justice Roberts' Annual Report Focuses on AI, Ignites Criticism

Supreme Court Expected to Tackle Politically-Charged Disputes Amid Calls for Greater Transparency and Ethics Reform

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Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts attends President Joe Biden's State of the Union address in the House Chamber of the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, February 7, 2023.
Chief Justice John Roberts is seen during the funeral service of the late Justice Sandra Day O’Connor at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, December 19, 2023.

Overview

  • Chief Justice John Roberts' annual report focused on the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the judiciary, urging caution and humility in its use.
  • The report did not address ongoing controversies surrounding the Supreme Court, including calls for greater transparency and ethics reform.
  • Roberts' report was criticized for ignoring pressing issues such as ethical scandals, lack of reform, and threats against federal judges.
  • The Supreme Court is expected to tackle several politically-charged disputes in the coming year, many focused on former president Donald Trump's legal troubles and re-election efforts.
  • The court has recently instituted a new 'code of conduct' to address conflicts of interest, case recusals, and justices' outside activities and finances.