The Latest Breaking News from Samuel Alito

The Supreme Court on Thursday appeared likely to reject former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution over election interference, but several justices signaled reservations about the charges that could cause a lengthy delay, possibly beyond November’s election.

Most of the justices seem skeptical of granting Donald Trump complete immunity from criminal prosecution for "official acts."

Justice Alito's concerns about presidential immunity and peaceful power transitions in democracy.

Justice Alito raises concerns about safeguards in criminal justice system, particularly for public officials like Trump.

The US Supreme Court appeared divided Wednesday on whether Idaho's near-total ban on abortion conflicts with a federal law requiring hospitals to stabilize patients needing emergency care, in a case that carries potentially sweeping national consequences.

Columbia law professor David Pozen recalls the controversy provoked by early anti-drug laws and the hope inspired by subsequent legal assaults on prohibition.

The U.S. Supreme Court has made it easier for workers to bring employment discrimination suits over job transfers. The decision was unanimous, but the reasoning was not.

The Supreme Court's interpretation of the statute also could affect two charges against Donald Trump.

If court curtails use of statute in connection with Capitol riot it could eliminate two of the four charges against Donald Trump