Chief Justice John Roberts Calls for Judicial Independence, Criticizes Politicization of Courts

Chief Justice John Roberts delivers a powerful statement urging judges across the United States to maintain their nonpartisan integrity and resist political pressures. Speaking at a judicial conference, Roberts emphasizes the judiciary’s essential role as an impartial arbiter in a deeply divided political landscape. His remarks come amid increasing scrutiny of the courts' perceived partisanship and high-profile criticisms from political figures, including Senator J.D. Vance.

Roberts addresses the growing concerns over public perception of the Supreme Court and federal judiciary as political entities, a trend he describes. . .