High court mysteries

The Supreme Court, despite its justices being more visible through books and interviews, remains somewhat mysterious. Several customs and practices of the institution are not well understood. The court's decision-making process is one area of mystery. It is known that high-profile decisions are often released just before the summer recess. Further details about the Supreme Court's inner workings can be found through local sources, such as SCOTUSblog, which explores these mysteries and provides insight into the court's practices.