The Supreme Court commenced its new term on Monday, October 5, 2026, opening a session that will bring a fresh set of disputes before the justices. The term's start drew immediate attention from legal observers tracking the cases on the docket.
NPR's Michel Martin spoke with Amy Howe of SCOTUSblog about the cases awaiting the court as the term gets underway. The conversation aired Monday on Morning Edition, with audio scheduled to be available later in the day.
The discussion, reported by NPR Topics: National, focused on the legal questions the justices will consider over the coming months. Howe, a longtime analyst of the court, provided insight into the cases that will define the term.
For local readers, the outcomes of the term could carry implications for communities across the country, as the court's decisions often set precedents that affect daily life. The segment with Martin and Howe offers an early look at the issues likely to draw national attention.
