Chief Justice John Roberts expressed concerns about threats to judicial independence in his annual report.
What he said: The independence of the court is under threat from intimidation, disinformation, and officials defying court orders, Roberts said in the report.
- Roberts mentioned historical instances and emphasized the need for other branches of government to enforce court decisions.
- He did not criticize any specific leaders but highlighted the importance of upholding the rule of law.
- There have been increased threats, violence, and defiance against judges due to their work in recent years.
- Roberts also pointed out the impact of disinformation on judicial independence, mentioning social media as a platform for distortion.
State of play: Confidence in the judicial system has dropped to a record low of 35%, according to a Gallup poll.
