Supreme Court Begins A New Term On Monday, Nearly A Month Out From The High-Stakes 2024 Election. Here's Why Legal Experts Are Concerned.

The Supreme Court begins a new term on Monday amid concerns about its potential role in the upcoming presidential election. With a conservative majority, including three justices appointed by Donald Trump, the Court could face pressure to intervene in election disputes. Past rulings raise questions about how a potential ruling could affect the Court’s legitimacy, which has been under scrutiny since the overturning of Roe v. Wade. Legal experts highlight concerns over swing state litigation and how close votes could trigger legal battles involving contested ballots or voter roll purges. Some caution that any high-profile election ruling could further damage the Court’s standing.