The Media Is Hallucinating Supreme Court Victories
The media's portrayal of the Supreme Court's recent decision regarding the abortion pill mifepristone has been criticized as misleading. The court issued an emergency stay to maintain the status quo while litigation continues, rather than affirmatively preserving access to the drug. This situation highlights the importance of understanding the court's role in procedural matters rather than viewing it as a political entity.
- ▪The Supreme Court issued an emergency stay regarding the abortion pill mifepristone.
- ▪Media reports inaccurately suggested that the court preserved access to the drug.
- ▪The case focuses on federal authority and jurisdictional discipline, not specifically on abortion.
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up next: now reading: The Media Is Hallucinating Supreme Court Victories The Media Is Hallucinating Supreme Court VictoriesCOMMENTARY By Daniel J. NardoMay 20, 2026 FR171810 AP FR171810 AP X Story Stream recent articles Video: Global Warming Lorem Ipsum Dolor Sit ... Article: Global Warming Lorem Ipsum Dolor Sit ... Article: Global Warming Lorem Ipsum Dolor Sit ... Entry: Global Warming Lorem Ipsum Dolor Sit ... Video: Global Warming Lorem Ipsum Dolor Sit ... When the Supreme Court issued its order on Thursday, the press didn’t report on a legal procedure. They reported on a political fantasy. Across the front pages – from national outlets to the Alabama Political Reporter – the verdict was unanimous: The court had “preserved” access to the abortion pill mifepristone.
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