Justice Amy Coney Barrett Faces Backlash From Trump Supporters Over Recent Rulings
Conservatives criticize Barrett's decisions on foreign aid and other cases, questioning her loyalty to the movement despite her staunchly conservative voting record.
- Justice Amy Coney Barrett has been criticized by Trump supporters after voting to reject a freeze on foreign aid payments requested by the Trump administration.
- Prominent far-right voices have labeled Barrett a 'DEI hire' and questioned her conservative credentials, despite her record of supporting key conservative rulings, including overturning Roe v. Wade.
- Former President Donald Trump defended Barrett, calling her 'a very good woman' and denying knowledge of the attacks against her from his base.
- Barrett's rulings in recent months, including decisions against Trump administration policies, have sparked divisions within conservative circles, with some calling for her impeachment.
- Legal experts and commentators have defended Barrett, emphasizing her commitment to judicial independence and adherence to constitutional principles over political loyalty.