The Supreme Court has already handed down more 6-3 decisions along ideological lines this term than it did for the entire term that ended last year. This trend has sparked concerns over the court’s legitimacy and its ability to remain impartial.

Recent Decisions

Some of the recent 6-3 decisions include a ruling that barred a Rastafarian man from suing prison officials who violated a federal law when they cut his dreadlocks, and a decision that permitted Exxon to sue over property confiscated by the Cuban government in 1960.

The most significant 6-3 decision so far this term was the court’s April ruling that gutted the Voting Rights Act’s power over redistricting disputes. This decision has helped Republicans quickly redraw congressional districts in Southern states to give the GOP an advantage in this year’s midterm elections.

Upcoming Cases

The court is expected to rule on several major cases in the coming weeks, including President Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship and the president’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The court is also considering cases dealing with the president’s power to fire the leaders of other independent agencies and turn away asylum seekers at the border.

Additionally, the court is weighing two cases dealing with laws enacted by West Virginia and Idaho that ban transgender girls from competing on girls’ sports teams. These cases are likely to be decided along ideological lines, further highlighting the court’s divisions.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.