Shock Announcement – Justice Says He’s Fed Up With…See more

While the Court’s majority declined the case without a detailed explanation, Justice Clarence Thomas, joined by Justice Samuel Alito, issued a public dissent arguing that the Court should have accepted the case.

Their disagreement has renewed discussion about the Supreme Court’s constitutional responsibilities, interstate legal disputes, and the scope of the Court’s original jurisdiction.

What Was the Lawsuit About?
Florida sought permission to file a lawsuit directly before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Unlike most lawsuits, which begin in lower courts, the Constitution gives the Supreme Court original jurisdiction over certain disputes between states.