Chief Justice Roberts spoke at Rice University about personal attacks against judges
Chief Justice John Roberts spoke at Rice University's Baker Institute on Tuesday, warning that personally directed hostility toward judges is dangerous and must stop. He distinguished between legitimate criticism of judicial decisions and personal attacks on judges. The comments come amid increased criticism from President Trump regarding recent court rulings.
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“Chief Justice: 'Personally directed hostility is dangerous, and it's got to stop'”ABC ABC News LEFT-CENTER
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“Roberts Is More Bothered By Trump's Attacks On Judges Than Judges' Attacks On The Constitution”F The Federalist RIGHT
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“Roberts on personal attacks against judges: 'It's got to stop'” · The Hill
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