The House of Representatives is preparing to open hearings next week focused on the growing number of activist judges accused of obstructing President Trump’s policy agenda. Lawmakers aim to scrutinize what they describe as an alarming trend of lower court rulings that have repeatedly stalled executive actions.
House Republicans leading the hearings argue that several federal judges have overstepped their authority by issuing nationwide injunctions on immigration enforcement, environmental rollbacks, and education reforms. According to senior lawmakers, the hearings will examine whether these judicial interventions represent a deliberate attempt to derail the president’s initiatives.
The committee plans to call legal experts, constitutional scholars, and members of the administration to testify on the impact of these court rulings. A particular focus will be placed on cases where judges halted deportation flights, blocked the dismantling of federal agencies, or interfered with the enforcement of newly signed executive orders.
Lawmakers say the hearings will also explore potential legislative solutions to curb judicial overreach and restore balance between the branches of government. Proposals under discussion include limiting the scope of nationwide injunctions and tightening the rules governing federal court jurisdictions.
The hearings mark a new phase in the ongoing power struggle between the legislative and judicial branches as the Trump administration presses forward with its reforms despite persistent legal challenges.