Battles between the current administration and federal judges can provide teachable moments that help students dive into the role of the judiciary and the tension between political appointments and the rule of law. Consider using articles like this one in conjunction with Foundations in Law Unit 1 - Human Nature, Rules and Power: The Origins of Law.
"Chief Justice Roberts responds to Trump's criticism of judges." Jurist: Legal News and Research. November 21, 2018. https://www.jurist.org/news/2018/11/chief-justice-roberts-responds-to-trumps-criticism-of-judges/