Adrian Moncrieffe, Petitioner v. Eric H. Holder, Jr.

Summary

Justice Alito dissents, arguing the majority's interpretation of the Immigration and Nationality Act departs from the categorical approach and mischaracterizes federal sentencing guidelines as elements. He agrees with the outcome but would affirm based on a flexible approach allowing facts beyond elements where state statutes are overbroad. Justice Thomas also dissents, advocating for a plain meaning reading that classifies the offense as an aggravated felony.