Stephen Breyer
Stephen Breyer is a former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, having served from 1994 until his retirement in 2022. Appointed by President Bill Clinton, Breyer was known for his pragmatic approach to the law, often advocating for a balanced interpretation of the Constitution that considered the real-world implications of judicial decisions. Throughout his tenure, he emphasized the importance of consensus and compromise in the Court, and he was a prominent voice in favor of civil rights, healthcare, and environmental protections. Breyer's judicial philosophy contrasted with that of his more ideologically rigid colleagues, and he played a key role in several landmark cases during his time on the Court.
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Justice Stephen Breyer has been a regular attendee at the State of the Union.
Supreme Court justices face Trump State of the Union choice
United States· 2026-02-24
Justice Stephen Breyer, now retired, criticized Scalia’s interpretive approach and wrote his own books advocating a pragmatic method that considered evolving societal values and the consequences of decisions.
If you want to win over Supreme Court justices, quote Antonin ScaliaUnited States· 2026-02-05
Justices Stephen Breyer dissented in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health.
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett defends vote to overturn RoeUnited States· 2025-12-24
Joining Justice Stephen Breyer in dissent were fellow liberals John Paul Stevens, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sonia Sotomayor.
Roberts and Kagan prepare for another showdown on executive powerUnited States· 2025-12-05
Barrett discussed the dissenting opinion written by former Justice Stephen Breyer.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett defends Dobbs abortion decision in CBS interviewUnited States· 2025-09-07
Kagan was joined by Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died in 2020, and Stephen Breyer, who retired in 2022.
Chief Justice John Roberts enabled Texas’ gambit to gerrymander the state for the GOPUnited States· 2025-08-04Justice Stephen Breyer had developed a reputation during nearly 28 years on the court.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson emerges as a leading dissenter in an era of TrumpUnited States· 2025-07-09
Stephen Breyer is a retired U.S. Supreme Court justice who was replaced by Ketanji Brown Jackson.
Justice Jackson's district court approach clashes with Supreme Court normsUnited States· 2025-07-01
Stephen Breyer is mentioned as the brother of Judge Charles Breyer.
Los Angeles : un juge fédéral déclare « illégal » le déploiement de la garde nationale par Donald Trump, mais une cour d’appel suspend sa décision
France· 2025-06-13
Judge Breyer, the younger brother of former Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, responded.
Trump administration blocked from deploying National Guard to LA
United Kingdom· 2025-06-13
Stephen Breyer is a former Supreme Court Justice and the brother of Judge Charles Breyer.
Los Angeles, parte la battaglia legale: «Ora la Guardia Nazionale impiegata sempre»
Italy· 2025-06-12
Stephen Breyer is a retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice and the brother of Judge Charles Breyer.
Judge declines Newsom's immediate request to block troops from LA riotsUnited States· 2025-06-11
In that opinion, Justice Stephen Breyer, then the court’s senior liberal, questioned whether a fight over charter schools was coming next.
Supreme Court fight over Catholic charter school could clear the way for taxpayer-funded religious schoolsUnited States· 2025-04-29
Justice Stephen Breyer wrote for a heavily fractured court regarding the state secrets privilege.
‘State secrets’ claim over deportation flight details breaks with past practiceUnited States· 2025-03-28
Stephen Breyer discusses Trump's actions and their implications.
Watch: Frank Luntz on the challenge Trump’s administration is facing right nowUnited States· 2025-03-24
Stephen Breyer is a former Justice who discussed the Supreme Court's decisions on federal agency powers.
How a Supreme Court case threatens the ‘luxury’ of the internet in libraries, schools and hospitalsUnited States· 2025-03-23
Stephen Breyer discusses John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
‘I am so frightened’: Voters mount growing pressure on lawmakers in town hallsUnited States· 2025-03-23
Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
‘Shock and concern’: Klein describes reactions to Trump WH sponsorshipsUnited States· 2025-03-23Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Secretary of Education explains what department will do after Trump begins dismantling itUnited States· 2025-03-23Stephen Breyer refrained from openly commenting on whether there is a constitutional crisis.
La deriva autoritaria de Trump pone a Estados Unidos al borde de una crisis constitucional | Internacional
Spain· 2025-03-23
Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Video: Retired colonel on how Trump’s idea for ‘Golden Dome’ defense system could workUnited States· 2025-03-22Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Smerconish: Should attacks against Tesla be prosecuted as a hate crime?United States· 2025-03-22
Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Video: Honig on why it’s a ‘big problem’ if Trump didn’t actually sign this proclamationUnited States· 2025-03-22
Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Trump said he didn’t sign controversial proclamation. The Federal Register shows one with his signatureUnited States· 2025-03-22Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Watch: Trump reacts to contentious hearing over deportation flightsUnited States· 2025-03-22Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Haberman says Trump’s attacks have upset his own staff and other RepublicansUnited States· 2025-03-21Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
See Canadian official’s response after Trump calls Canada ‘one of the nastiest countries to deal with’United States· 2025-03-21Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
GOP education expert shares what she’s most worried about Trump’s education cutsUnited States· 2025-03-21Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Video: Fired FTC commissioner reacts to White House’s threat to fight in courtUnited States· 2025-03-21
Blitzer asks former Justice Stephen Breyer about John Roberts' rebuke of Trump.
Video: Mayoral candidate shares shocking voicemails after confronting Trump’s border czarUnited States· 2025-03-21