Gorsuch, Thomas Decry Policy As Religious Ad Case Rejected (2)

The Supreme Court once again refused to consider whether a ban on religious advertising on Washington Metro buses is constitutional, with justices Neil Gorsuch and Clarence Thomas noting their dismay with the transit agency’s policy.

In turning away the First Amendment challenge from the Catholic Archdiocese in the nation’s capital on Monday, the justices upheld a lower court ruling that condoned the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s rejection of overtly-religious Christmas season ads. The proposed bus-side placards featured the silhouettes of three shepherds plus sheep, accompanied by the words, “Find the Perfect Gift,” and a church web address.

Justice Brett ...