Supreme Court case involving victims of terrorism suing Palestinian entities

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case involving victims of terrorism suing Palestinian entities, with the issue being whether a 2019 law violates due process rights. Congress intervened after a lower court ruled U.S. courts lacked jurisdiction. The legal question is on whether the defendants consented to jurisdiction. The PLO and PA argue that Congress forced them to be sued, violating due process.

Key Points

  • Congress intervened in a case involving victims of terrorism suing Palestinian entities
  • Legal question is on whether defendants consented to U.S. court jurisdiction
  • PLO and PA argue that Congress violated their due process rights by forcing them to be sued

Pros

  • Potential for victims of terrorism to seek justice and compensation

Cons

  • Controversial issue surrounding due process rights and international jurisdiction