by Rich Lowry
When judges are unmoored by the Constitution or statute, they become unelected political actors who themselves are a threat to our system of government.
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A view of the Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C. Inset: Judge Amir Ali
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It’s good to be king — or a district judge.
Judge Amir Ali has no power to appropriate money or spend it. Neither does he have any authority over the conduct of U.S. foreign policy. If he wanted to have any of these things, he’s in the wrong line of work as a federal district judge.
About the Author
Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.
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It’s good to be king — or a district judge.
Judge Amir Ali has no power to appropriate money or spend it. Neither does he have any authority over the conduct of U.S. foreign policy. If he wanted to have any of these things, he’s in the wrong line of work as a federal district judge.
About the Author
Rich Lowry is the editor in chief of National Review.
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