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Chief Justice John Roberts defended the Supreme Court amid Donald Trump’s sustained attacks over a tariffs ruling, calling personal hostility toward judges dangerous and urging critics to base remarks on facts. He avoided naming Trump, emphasized that justices do not carry out the agendas of their appointing presidents, and noted the need to protect judicial independence despite ongoing criticism and threats.
Ian Roberts, the superintendent of Des Moines schools, falsely claimed a doctorate degree during his job application, was hired despite the school board knowing he hadn't completed the degree, and was later detained by immigration authorities for living and working illegally in the U.S., leading to his resignation and license revocation.
The Supreme Court will review cases challenging laws in West Virginia and Idaho that ban transgender girls from participating in sports, with the decision likely hinging on the views of Justices Roberts and Gorsuch, who have previously avoided directly addressing transgender rights in major rulings but may now face more explicit questions about discrimination and equal protection under the law.
The Padres and Dodgers rivalry intensified after a benches-clearing incident, with Manny Machado accusing Dodgers manager Dave Roberts of making contact with Padres manager Mike Shildt and criticizing the Dodgers' pitching at Tatis, who was hit multiple times. Tatis's scans came back negative, and he returned to the lineup, as the Padres won the series and remain atop the NL West.