Not exactly shocked by either decision. Marriage has been something that is of state concern.
While I don’t like the expansion of the welfare state, this is probably a “correct” decision from a Federalist standpoint.
Unfortunately, the next logical step will be for Tadd and Todd to move from a “gay” state to a “non-gay” state and try to file a joint return there claiming the Full Faith and Credit clause of the Constitution. Obama’s IRS should reject.
I am unclear as to what has actually been decided. If states have a prohibition against gay marriage, can the Feds rule those laws null and void once they are challenged in the courts?
“Not exactly shocked by either decision. Marriage has been something that is of state concern”
What’s your brilliant plan with spousal visas?