Overview

• The Chevron deference required courts to defer to federal agencies' interpretations of ambiguous laws.
• The Supreme Court's decision removes this deference, granting judges more authority over regulatory decisions.
• Critics argue this shift undermines the expertise of agencies like the EPA, FDA, and SEC.
• The ruling follows a pattern of decisions favoring conservative ideologies and limiting regulatory oversight.
• Justice Elena Kagan's dissent highlights concerns about the judiciary's lack of technical expertise and accountability.