Friday, December 12, 2025

Introducing the Interim Docket Blog

The Interim Docket Blog is introduced to SCOTUSblog readers, featuring insights from contributors Will Baude, Dan Epps, and the author, focusing on Supreme Court interim orders and related issues.

• Definition of Interim Orders: These are temporary court rulings that influence which party holds power between the start of a lawsuit and its final outcome.

• Significance: Though considered technical, interim orders play a crucial role in significant Supreme Court cases, particularly regarding executive power. The Trump administration has frequently benefited from these orders.

• Impact on Cases: Interim orders can determine whether a government program continues while awaiting a final verdict and signal how justices may ultimately rule on a case.

• Complexity: These orders often lack detailed explanations, making them harder to understand compared to final rulings.

• Process: When a presidential order is challenged, various legal motions can be made, including requests for injunctions and stays across different court levels.

• Accessibility: The blog aims to clarify and contextualize interim orders within the Supreme Court's broader activities.

• Clarification on Terminology: The term "emergency" for these orders can be misleading, as urgency is not a requirement for decision-making.

The Interim Docket Blog serves to enhance understanding of interim orders, highlighting their importance in shaping federal legal matters despite their complex nature and often vague explanations. 

https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/12/introducing-the-interim-docket-blog/

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