Criticism of Activist Judges by U.S. Presidents
Various U.S. presidents, including Trump, have criticized 'activist judges' for obstructing their agendas. This criticism dates back to the Roosevelt era and has been bipartisan in nature. The term 'judicial activism' refers to judges making rulings based on policy views rather than current law interpretation. The concept of judicial activism has evolved over time, with different presidents viewing it differently. Chief Justice John Roberts has defended judicial independence against Trump's criticisms.