WASHINGTON, D.C. — May 15, 2022 — Two technology trade groups came to the Supreme Court on Friday night, asking the justices to block a controversial Texas law that bars large social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter from moderating speech based on the viewpoints of their users. Describing the law as an “undisguised effort to level the speech playing …
By Amy Howe
“The Constitution Today with WMU-Cooley Law Professors Brendan Beery and Jeff Swartz” “Telling Us What They Really Think”, and Yonkers Tribune Publisher/Editor Hezi Aris
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Supreme Court Has Voted to Overturn Roe, According to Draft opinion Published by Politico
By Amy Howe and James Romoser
Within hours of the Politico story, crowds of demonstrators gathered in front of the Supreme Court on Monday night. (Katie Barlow) The Supreme Court has voted to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, according to a copy of an apparent draft opinion obtained by Politico. Obtained by reporters Josh Gerstein and Alexander Ward, the 98-page draft opinion …
By Amy Howe and James Romoser
Statement from Gov. Kathy Hochul on Leaked Supreme Court Opinion on Roe V. Wade
May 2, 2022 — “I am horrified by the apparent draft Supreme Court opinion leaked this evening that would overturn the right to abortion guaranteed by Roe v. Wade. For the sake of women across the country, this should not be the Supreme Court’s final opinion when it comes to abortion rights. “We have been fighting this battle for too …
Ketanji Brown Jackson Has Now Been Officially Confirmed to the Supreme Court
By Amy Howe
The final vote was 53-47. WASHINGTON, D.C. — April 7, 2022 — Ketanji Brown Jackson now has enough votes to be confirmed to the Supreme Court, succeeding Justice Stephen Breyer. She will be the first black woman to serve on the Court. Sen. Rand Paul cast the final vote making the outcome 53-47. Ms. Jackson will be sworn in when …
By Amy Howe
“The Constitution Today with WMU-Cooley Law Professors Brendan Beery and Jeff Swartz” “Telling Us What They Really Think”, and Yonkers Tribune Publisher/Editor/Radio Host Hezi Aris
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Savvy Senior: How to Convince an Elderly Parent to Stop Driving
By Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior, What is the best way to deal with older drivers who probably shouldn’t be driving anymore? My dad, who’s 86, is bound and determined to keep driving as long as he’s alive. Thank You, Backseat Daughter # # # February 14, 2022 Dear Backseat, For many families, talking to an elderly parent about giving up the car …
By Jim Miller
Savvy Senior: Approaching 65? Here’s What to Know About Enrolling in Medicare
By Jim Miller
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you give me a brief rundown of Medicare’s enrollment choices along with when and how tosign-up? Thank You, Approaching 65 # # # January 31, 2022 Dear Approaching, The rules and timetables for Medicare enrollment can be confusing to many new retirees, so it’s smart to plan ahead. Here’s a simplified rundown of what to know. First …
By Jim Miller
John Bailey, White Plains CitizeNetReporter Publisher/Editor, Michael Edelman, Esq., National Political Analyst / Pundit, Ron Matten, Yonkers Politician, NYS Assemblyman Nader Sayegh (AD90-Yonkers), and Hezi Aris, Yonkers Tribune Publisher/Editor on Westchester On the Level – Monday, January 31, 2022 from 10am-12Noon EST
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U.S. Supreme Court Justice Breyer to Retire
By Hezi Aris
WASHINGTON, DC — January 26, 2022 – Liberal Justice Stephen Breyer, the oldest member of the U.S. Supreme Court, 83-years of age will retire at the end of the court’s current term that runs through the end of June 2022. Both NBC News and CNN reported the breaking news story this afternoon. Justice Breyer’s retirement will afford President Joe Biden …
By Hezi Aris