Sotomayor Urges Civics Education Amid Trump's Expansive Powers

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor called for improved civics education, emphasizing the distinction between a president and a king, during a speech at New York Law School. Her remarks come in the wake of President Donald Trump's expansion of executive powers.

Sotomayor expressed concern over Americans' understanding of democratic institutions and legal principles, underscoring the importance of distinguishing presidential authority from monarchical rule. Her comments follow a court decision supporting Trump's claims of presidential immunity in legal matters.

The justice noted that future generations are crucial in rectifying current democratic shortcomings. Sotomayor's stance reflects ongoing tensions between the judiciary and Trump's administration, highlighted by criticisms over executive actions and challenges to judicial authority.

(With inputs from agencies.)