“An honorable defeat is better than a dishonorable victory” – Millard Fillmore
In the last two weeks of June and early July, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a series of significant decisions that have far-reaching implications. The court’s term, which typically begins on the first Monday in October and ends in late June, was extended until July 1 this year due to the sheer volume of key cases. Among these were:
- Trump v. United States: Addressing presidential immunity.
- Murthy v. Missouri: Allowing government collusion with social media companies to censor free speech.
- Garland v. Cargill: Allowing bump stocks on semi-automatic weapons, ruling that such weapons are not machine guns.
- SEC v. Jarkesy: Ensuring the right to a jury trial when the SEC seeks fines and penalties.
But of all these cases, perhaps the most impactful from the perspective of everyday citizens, businesspeople, and investors is Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo.
Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo: Reigning in the Deep State
The U.S. Commerce Department issued a rule requiring certain fishing boats to carry a federal inspector onboard to collect data. Adding insult to injury, the rule also required fishing companies to pay the salaries of these inspectors. The fishermen sued, claiming the rule was not authorized by the congressional statute relied on by the Commerce Department and that the required salary payments would make their fishing unprofitable.
The U.S. Commerce Department issued a rule requiring certain fishing boats to carry a federal inspector onboard to collect data. Adding insult to injury, the rule also required fishing companies to pay the salaries of these inspectors.
Under a 1980s case called Chevron, the Supreme Court had decided that when statutes were ambiguous, courts should defer to agency experts. This doctrine, known as “Chevron deference,” had been a powerful tool in the hands of bureaucrats. It enabled them to enforce regulations that were often burdensome and overreaching.
The Death of Chevron Deference
Chevron deference has been at the root of Deep State power, allowing bureaucrats to implement controversial policies such as banning natural gas stoves, mandating electric vehicles, and shutting down natural gas exports. But the court finally said, “Enough!”
This decision is a significant victory for common sense and liberty, signaling a shift away from bureaucratic overreach and towards greater judicial oversight.
In the Loper case, the Supreme Court overruled Chevron, returning the interpretation of statutes and rules to the courts where they belong. This decision is a significant victory for common sense and liberty, signaling a shift away from bureaucratic overreach and towards greater judicial oversight. How so>
- The Supreme Court extended its term to address a high volume of key cases, including Trump v. United States and Murthy v. Missouri.
- The Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo case challenged a Commerce Department rule, leading to the overruling of the Chevron deference doctrine.
- The decision to overrule Chevron deference is seen as a victory for common sense and liberty, reducing the power of bureaucrats.
In conclusion, the Supreme Court’s recent decisions mark a pivotal moment in the fight against bureaucratic overreach. By overruling Chevron deference, the court has restored a measure of common sense and liberty, potentially burying the Deep State once and for all.
To Freedom,
Freedom Financial News Team
