Hip Hughes History
The Wall, "The Supreme Court, Religion and Public Schools"
A look at the landmark cases that have helped defined the role religion can play in public schools.
Curated Video
Washington DC: A Tourist's Guide to the Capital City
Step into to Washington, DC, one of the most captivating cities in the United States! In this video, we will take you on a virtual tour of this bustling metropolis, known for its rich history, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture.
Sky News
Gina Miller arrives at the Supreme Court on day 2 - the Government's appeal over the UK's exit from the EU
CLEAN: Shows exterior shots Anti-Brexit campaigner Gina Miller arriving at The Supreme Court for Day two of the Article 50 Court Case. Far away from Brussels, the UK's highest court is now half way through its landmark case to decide the...
Curated Video
Supreme Court Upholds California's Religious Gathering Restrictions
The court ruled that California Gov. Gavin Newsom had the power to limit gatherings to curb the spread of COVID-19 — including religious gatherings.
Curated Video
Supreme Court To Hear Arguments In Trump Taxes Case
President Trump's attorneys said they'll ask that the president be granted "absolute immunity" from subpoenas.
Curated Video
Supreme Court Will Hear Trump's Tax Returns Cases
The high court will weigh in on whether President Trump can keep his tax returns and other financial information private despite multiple subpoenas.
Curated Video
House Allowed Access To Entire Mueller Report, Appeals Court Rules
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 that the House should have access to the full findings.
Sky News
Gina Miller arrives at the Supreme Court on day 1 - the Government's appeal over the UK's exit from the EU
CLEAN: Shows exterior shots Anti-Brexit campaigner Gina Miller arriving at The Supreme Court and posing for photo opportunity before entering. The legal battle over Brexit goes to the Supreme Court. The Government is appealing against a...
Sky News
Gina Miller arrives on final day of Supreme Court considers the Government's appeal over the UK's exit from the EU
CLEAN: Shows exterior shots Anti-Brexit Campaigner Gina Miller arriving at The Supreme Court for final day of Article 50 court case. The historic Brexit legal challenge has drawn to a close with a reminder from the Supreme Court that it...
PBS
Should Supreme Court Justices Be Elected by the People? | America From Scratch
Politicians in robes! While judges in the United States can be appointed by an elected official or directly elected by the people. Supreme Court justices, however, are appointed by the President. But should they be? That is the question...
National Constitution Center
Fourth Amendment And Privacy
The Fourth Amendment protects from unreasonable search and seizures, but it is not all encompassing. The resource give academics a good overview of the rights protected in the Fourth Amendment and why it was important to protect those...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Religion Part II
The Freedom of Religion video dives into the meaning of the Free Exercise Clause. Scholars learn how the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise Clause work together to allow religious liberty and prevent the government from favoring...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Religion Part I
An informative resource shares background information on the importance of protecting religious freedom. Individuals learn how some American colonies forced religion upon people, giving rise to the desire to worship freely without...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Speech and Press Part II
It's hard to overstate the importance of protecting speech and freedom of the press. Scholars learn how free speech is an important part of an individual's natural rights and a way to form opinions. The video also discusses ways the...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Speech and Press Part I
The First Amendment does not always protect free speech. An informative video focuses on how the government has interpreted free speech over the years and efforts like the Sedition Act to limit free speech. Academics learn how our...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Overview Part II
The First Amendment Overview video delves into examples of citizen's rights. Young academics learn how First Amendment rights have been protected in real-life examples. The video also explains that the rights laid out in the Amendment...
C-SPAN
Federal Court Structure
Many middle schoolers might have heard of the Supreme Court but few are aware of the structure of the Federal Court System. 11 video clips introduce the three levels of the Federal Court and the Katz v. U.S. case is used to demonstrate...
C-SPAN
Bell Ringer: Due Process and the Miranda Warning
Fans of cop shows are aware the the Miranda warning and can probably recite it. Launch a study of the Fifth Amendment and the Supreme Court Case Miranda v. Arizona with a short video designed to generate interest in this landmark Supreme...
C-SPAN
Bell Ringer: The Power of the Supreme Court to Check the President
Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. v. Sawyer is considered to be one of the Supreme Court's landmark cases because it demonstrated the checks and balances inherent in the three branches of the United States government. A short video sets...
C-SPAN
Bell Ringer: Importance of the Supreme Court
Bell Ringers that set the right tone for a lesson can be hard to design. Launch a study of the Supreme Court with a video has justices that revealing how they decide what cases to hear, how they determine their rulings, and even why the...
C-SPAN
Bell Ringer: Nominating Judges and Impact on a President's Policy Agenda
Designed as a check on the judicial branch of the United State government, the president has the power to nominate judges to the federal bench. Four film clips serve as a bell ringer to introduce a study into the nominating process and...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor Sworn In
An empowering resource shows an interview with Justice Day O'Connor and explains her path to the Supreme Court, as well as her personal feelings on becoming the first female to hold the position. Scholars also listen to a short...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission
What is free speech? And does it apply to corporations looking to support federal campaigns? As decided in the controversial Citizens United ruling, the Supreme Court determined that corporations have the same rights as people and can...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Bush v. Gore is Decided by the Supreme Court
Most Americans expect to wake up the morning after a presidential election knowing who won. That didn't happen during the 2000 election between Republican George W. Bush and Democrat Al Gore. The Supreme Court had to weigh in on a messy...