Advisory Opinions The Federalist Society Takes a Stand
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Nov 11, 2025 Judge Jennifer Elrod, Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, addresses the judicial funding crisis and its stark impact on court operations. She reveals the struggles faced by CJA attorneys, who have gone unpaid since July, and discusses the constitutional and practical consequences of prolonged funding gaps. Elrod highlights the importance of action from Congress and shares insights into her role as a chief judge, navigating challenges while ensuring the judiciary functions effectively.
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Conservative Institutions Must Reject Bigotry
- David French argues the panel shows conservatives can reject antisemitism while retaining institutional integrity.
- He warns our grandchildren will ask what ancestors did during rising threats to Jewish safety.
Vet Clerk Applicants' Public Footprints
- Ask clerkship applicants about their public stances and social media to screen for extremist sympathies.
- Learn common phrases that signal antisemitic or extremist alignment and avoid hiring those applicants.
Court Lets Birth-Sex Passport Rule Temporarily Stand
- The Supreme Court allowed the Trump-era passport sex-marker policy to take effect while litigation continues.
- The decision prioritized identification accuracy over claims of a constitutional right to a gender marker.
