Judge Gorsuch Criticizes Overuse of Rules and Regulations in New Book

Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch argues in his new book that Americans are overwhelmed by an avalanche of laws and regulations Overruled: The Human Cost of Too Many Laws.

Gorsuch, appointed by former President Donald Trump, discusses the impact of excessive legal remedies on ordinary citizens, highlighting cases like that of a fisherman who faced severe penalties under corporate abuse laws.

Gorsuch also emphasizes the importance of judicial independence, warning against the dangers of overregulation. The book, co-written with a former judicial clerk, reflects Gorsuch’s ongoing skepticism of federal agencies and expands on themes from his judicial opinions over the years.

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