US Supreme Court supercharges its 'shadow docket,' dividing the justices

The US Supreme Court has significantly increased its use of the shadow docket to resolve major legal cases, a move that has divided the justices. For several years, critics have raised serious concerns regarding this practice, arguing that the shadow docket lacks the necessary transparency and accountability to the public. This trend in judicial decision-making continues to spark debate over the court's operational methods and its impact on the legal system's openness.