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Federalist Society’s celebrations mix with shock over Democratic sweep

The Hill
November 14, 2026 at 11:25 PM
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Federalist Society’s celebrations mix with shock over Democratic sweep

Two years ago, a champagne cork went flying on the Federalist Society convention stage as panelists toasted recent Supreme Court wins. A celebratory mood was still on display at this year’s annual gathering of the conservative legal movement, but those feelings were mixed with shock from Democrats’ midterm victories. “On election night, there was a congressman…

Two years ago, a champagne cork went flying on the Federalist Society convention stage as panelists toasted recent Supreme Court wins. A celebratory mood was still on display at this year’s annual gathering of the conservative legal movement, but those feelings were mixed with shock from Democrats’ midterm victories. “On election night, there was a congressman…