2.SCOTUS - Constitutional Originalism and Supreme Court Jurisprudence - RICHARD EPSTEIN 101626

1889 SCOTUS

Constitutional Originalism and Supreme Court Jurisprudence

Richard Epstein examines Associate Justice Samuel Alito’s approach to originalism and pragmatism in constitutional interpretation. Epstein argues that true originalism requires analyzing private law structures, implied terms, and structural necessity rather than selectively focusing solely on text or ignoring historical context. He evaluates commerce clause precedent, birthright citizenship history, and private property rights. Finally, Epstein critiques President Donald Trump’s executive overreach regarding state election administration lawsuits filed against California voters and state officials. (2)