Supreme Court Will Hold Teleconference Hearings In May

Supreme Court Will Hold Teleconference Hearings In May

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The Supreme Court postponed its March and April hearings due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It will now conduct remote hearings for 10 cases from May 4th to May 13th, involving all parties participating via phone. Key cases include President Trump's tax return subpoenas and Electoral College voting. This marks the first time the Court will livestream its hearings, a significant change as it traditionally restricts camera access. The last non-DC hearings were in 2001 due to an Anthrax scare. All justices are reportedly healthy.

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What cases will the High Court hear remotely from May 4th to May 13th?

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What significant change did the Supreme Court implement regarding its hearings during the pandemic?

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How does the Supreme Court's decision to livestream hearings represent a shift in its policy?

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What was the last time hearings were held outside of the DC courtroom, and what event prompted this?

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What measures did the Supreme Court spokesperson mention regarding the health of the justices during the pandemic?

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