Barrett and Roberts have signaled a willingness to act, at least at times, as a check on Trump's efforts to expand his power.

President Donald Trump went on a tear on his Truth Social platform late Wednesday against what he called the “Fake ‘Play the Ref’ News” over its coverage of him thanking Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts following his speech to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday.

Donald Trump thanked Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts and added that he “won’t forget it” after delivering a speech to Congress Tuesday night. “Thank you again. Thank you again. Won’t forget it,