Donald Trump is abusing the courts in ways that put our democracy at risk — and the Supreme Court’s shadow docket is his weapon.
John,
Donald Trump is abusing the courts in ways that put our democracy at risk — and the Supreme Court’s so-called “shadow docket” is one of his weapons.
Through a string of sudden, secretive orders, Trump is bypassing the normal legal process, leaving courts, agencies, and the public scrambling to figure out what’s legal — and what’s not. This isn’t just confusing — it’s a full-blown assault on the rule of law.
Here’s what he’s already done using the shadow docket:
-
Fired leaders of independent agencies, undermining accountability.
-
Enabled federal agents to conduct deportation operations targeting people based on their race or the language they speak.
-
Deported immigrants to countries where they have no safety.
-
Banned transgender people from serving in the military.
These rapid, opaque rulings ignore the work of lower courts and leave judges — and everyone else — confused about what the law even means. It’s a direct attack on our courts and a huge blow to public trust in the judiciary.
Demand Justice is taking action. We’re holding those in power accountable, exposing Trump’s abuses of the shadow docket, and building a nationwide movement to ensure the courts serve the people rather than a select few. And your support makes this fight possible.
Will you chip in $5 — or any amount you can give today — to help us push back against this judicial crisis and defend the integrity of our courts?
Donate $5 ››
Trump may try to bend the courts to his will — but together, we can ensure justice prevails.
Demand Justice PAC
