Do Federal Judges Fear Ruling Against Government?

Are federal judges afraid to rule against the government because their salaries are paid by the US government?

A lawsuit was brought by eight TikTok creators against the US government (the Attorney General specifically named as respondent). The lawsuit / petition seeks to invalidate the recently passed law banning TikTok or requiring a divestment.

A person asks our channel how federal judges can rule fairly in a case involving the government, without being burdened by fear / conflict of interest, because these judges are paid a salary by the federal government. A lawyer answers this question that relates to separation of powers and the structure of United States government established in the Constitution. Watch as a lawyer you know from YouTube breaks down the meaning of "separate but equal branches of government" in the context of separation of powers. In this video, a real lawyer explains the concept of separation of powers and why the government structure allows judges to be unbiased toward the government that pays their compensation. Learn about the role of federal judges, life tenure, and more in this insightful discussion.

Additionally, the video indicates how the US Constitution insulates federal judges from political forces and from any undue influence from other branches of government such as the executive and legislative branches. This actual attorney talks about basic government concepts enshrined in the US constitution, especially as applied to the judicial branch (the judiciary).

Explore the question of whether federal judges fear ruling against the government in this thought-provoking video. Dive into the complexities of judicial independence and the impact of life tenure on federal judges. #tiktoklawsuit #judicialindependence #supremecourt