Justices Deny Bishops' Bid For Church Autonomy Review

By Vin Gurrieri · May 26, 2026, 10:04 AM EDT

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected a request by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to consider broadening religious protections under the First Amendment, turning away a case that could...

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Case Title

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Petitioner v. David O'Connell

Case Number

25-849

Court

Supreme Court

Nature of Suit

3370 Other Fraud

Date Filed

January 15, 2026