The federal government remains shut down, but the courts are still open — and that means the U.S. Supreme Court begins a new term Monday that is expected to be historic and could drastically affect the power of President Donald Trump.

For those wondering how federal courts are operating during the shutdown, the judiciary explained in a memo: "Despite a federal government shutdown that began on Oct. 1, the Judiciary remains open and will continue paid operations through Friday, Oct. 17, by using court fee balances and other funds not dependent on a new appropriation."

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That means this week’s oral arguments — the first of the term — are moving forward. The high court will take on dozens of issues this year, but it may be defined by its rulings involving the presiden

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