Overview

• Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized President Trump’s verbal attacks on judges, describing them as deliberate attempts to intimidate the judiciary and undermine democratic principles.
• Speaking at a judicial conference in Puerto Rico on May 1, Jackson highlighted the growing threats of violence and professional retaliation faced by judges across the U.S.
• Chief Justice John Roberts previously rebuked Trump’s calls to impeach judges over unfavorable rulings, emphasizing the importance of appellate review in maintaining judicial integrity.
• On May 3, Trump escalated his rhetoric on Truth Social, criticizing judges for blocking deportation efforts and warning of dire consequences for the country’s future.
• The ongoing standoff between the judiciary and the Trump administration raises concerns about the erosion of judicial independence and the potential for a constitutional crisis.