Supreme Court Oral Argument Transcript: Carachuri-Rosendo v. Holder

The Supreme Court heard oral argument today in Carachuri-Rosendo v. Holder, which involves removal based on multiple criminal drug offenses.  For the transcript, see Download 09-60[1].  For some background on the case, click here.

The case turns on some technical issues of statautory interpretation under both state and federal laws.  The transcript reveals that the Justices directed heated questions at both sides  Although it is difficult for me to guess which side will win the case, my gut tells me that the government wins.

One thing is clear:  Justice Thomas kept his streak alive of not saying a word at oral argument!

KJ