- The Justice Department files a lawsuits against Arizona's immigration law. File this under federalism, U. S. Constitution, checks and balances, executive departments and the judiciary. For 2302s note that this was done at the discretion of the Attorney General, the Justice Department is to be independent of the White House so it cannot be used for political purposes.
- The gay marriage controversy seems destined to be settle in the courts. What impact might Elena Kagan have on such a decision? File this under civil rights, federalism, checks and balances and the judiciary