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A conflict at home creates conflict over the Fourth Amendment in the U.S. Supreme Court

March 18, 2021 by Marcia Coyle

The ancient adage says that “a man’s house is his castle.” The Supreme Court would add, “with exceptions.” Next week, the justices will face a classic constitutional conundrum about that subject.

Happy birthday, Bill of Rights!

December 15, 2020 by NCC Staff

Today we celebrate the anniversary of the first 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights (ratified December 15, 1791). Here’s what you need to know!

Five items Congress deleted from Madison’s original Bill of Rights

December 15, 2020 by NCC Staff

When James Madison spoke to the First Congress he proposed nearly 20 amendments as a Bill of Rights, and not the 10 we all know about. So what did Congress delete from the final list that was ratified by the states?

On this day, a divided Supreme Court rules on the Second Amendment

June 28, 2020 by NCC Staff

On June 28, 2010, a deeply divided Supreme Court upholds gun-ownership rights within homes on a national basis, expanding on a 2008 decision applying to the District of Columbia.

Battle for the Constitution: Week of June 15, 2020 Roundup

June 19, 2020 by NCC Staff

Here is a round-up of the latest from the Battle for the Constitution: a special project on the constitutional debates in American life, in partnership with The Atlantic.

COVID-19 and the Constitution — Key Takeaways

April 15, 2020 by Jackie McDermott and Lana Ulrich

The coronavirus pandemic has raised a host of constitutional questions. Here are some key takeaways.

Whither the U.S. Supreme Court?

April 13, 2020 by Marcia Coyle

Constitution Daily contributor Marcia Coyle looks at what may still be—with an unexpected element—the most significant Supreme Court term in decades.

Battle for the Constitution: Week of Jan. 20, 2020 Roundup

January 24, 2020 by NCC Staff

Get a round-up of the latest from the “Battle for the Constitution:” a special project on the constitutional debates in American life, in partnership with The Atlantic.

Eight basic facts about the Bill of Rights

December 15, 2019 by NCC Staff

Here are eight key facts about this enduring testament to liberty and freedom!

Justices consider expanding gun rights

January 22, 2019 by Lyle Denniston

For the first time since it gave broad new constitutional protection to individuals’ gun rights more than a decade ago, the Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday to consider expanding those rights outside of one’s own home. 

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