The two Roberts courts

The local court, often characterized by its ideological composition, has been making notable decisions. A common description of the court is that it consists of six conservative justices appointed by Republicans and three liberal justices appointed by Democrats. This breakdown can explain many of the court's high-profile rulings. However, a closer look at close cases reveals a more complex pattern. Disagreements within the conservative majority can arise, as seen in certain cases from October Term 2025. One such case is Louisiana v. Callais, which involved the Voting Rights Act. Further details about the court's decisions and patterns are available from SCOTUSblog, providing more insight into the local court's activities.