As President Donald Trump enters the second half of his first term, the rule of law—the general principal that everyone is subject to the law—has come under much scrutiny.

Some believe the ramped-up rhetoric and criticism on the judiciary from the commander-in-chief are inexcusable. But others, citing the nomination hearing of conservative Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, argue that Democrats also have shown a disregard for the rule of law.

This content has been archived. It is available through our partners, LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law.

To view this content, please continue to their sites.

Not a Lexis Subscriber?
Subscribe Now

Not a Bloomberg Law Subscriber?
Subscribe Now

Why am I seeing this?

LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law are third party online distributors of the broad collection of current and archived versions of ALM's legal news publications. LexisNexis® and Bloomberg Law customers are able to access and use ALM's content, including content from the National Law Journal, The American Lawyer, Legaltech News, The New York Law Journal, and Corporate Counsel, as well as other sources of legal information.

For questions call 1-877-256-2472 or contact us at [email protected]