Lower courts blocking Trump’s executive orders at much higher rate than predecessors

The Trump administration is facing major obstacles in carrying out its agenda, with the courts proving to be a significant roadblock. Lower courts have issued a record number of nationwide injunctions against Trump’s executive orders in his first two months in office, surpassing the total number of injunctions issued against previous presidents during their entire terms.

According to data from Harvard Law Review, Trump has faced 15 nationwide injunctions so far this year, compared to six for George W. Bush, 12 for Barack Obama, and 14 for Joe Biden. If this trend continues, Trump could surpass the 64 nationwide injunctions he faced during his first term in office.

Despite signing a similar number of executive orders as his predecessors, Trump has been met with unprecedented resistance from the lower courts. These nationwide injunctions have hindered his efforts to implement policies such as ending birthright citizenship and other key initiatives.

The Supreme Court has been called upon to address the issue of nationwide injunctions, with Justices Alito and Gorsuch criticizing lower courts for overstepping their authority. Alito’s dissent in a recent case involving the unfreezing of $2 billion in funding highlights the contentious nature of the issue.

While the Trump administration has the option to appeal these injunctions to higher courts, the process is time-consuming and costly. Some allies of the President have suggested defying court orders, sparking concerns of a constitutional crisis.

Trump has also taken measures to push back against law firms and lawyers that have impeded his agenda, including revoking security clearances and cutting off government contracts. The administration is exploring ways to sanction firms and lawyers that file “frivolous” lawsuits against the government.

As the legal battles continue to unfold, the Trump administration faces an uphill battle in implementing its policies and overcoming the challenges posed by the courts. The outcome of these legal disputes will have far-reaching implications for the future of the administration and the separation of powers in the United States.