Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer's Complicated Indian Law Legacy

The video features Justice Stephen Breyer discussing the significance of Cherokee Nation cases in the Supreme Court during the 1830s, which tested the court's ability to enforce American law. Matthew Fletcher, a law professor, comments on Breyer's mixed legacy in Indian law cases. The video also covers controversial cases like Adoptive Couple vs. Baby Girl and recent shifts in the Supreme Court's approach to Indian law, highlighting the influence of Justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor.

What was the significance of the cases involving the Cherokee Nation at the Supreme Court in the 1830s?

How did Justice Breyer's voting record on Indian law cases reflect his stance on tribal sovereignty?

What were the implications of the case 'Adoptive Couple versus Baby Girl' in 2013?

What changes occurred in the Supreme Court's approach to tribal interests after 2014?

How has the appointment of Justice Neil Gorsuch influenced the Supreme Court's handling of Indian law?