The court has traditionally resisted moves towards live broadcasts of its hearings, instead publishing audio recordings online long after the hearings have taken place.

However, the court announced this week that media outlets would be provided with a live audio feed of oral arguments in 10 cases due to be heard in the first and second week of May, including three cases concerning President Donald Trump’s financial records.

“Now, even the President, if he chooses, can tweet along with the action,” CNN reported.

The Washington Post noted: “What might sound like a simple technological advance to the rest of the world marks a stunning change at the Supreme Court, where cameras are not allowed and justices have resisted repeated calls for live audio of oral arguments.”

A spokesperson for the court said: “In keeping with public health guidance in response to COVID-19, the justices and counsel will all participate remotely.

“The court anticipates providing a live audio feed of these arguments to news media. Details will be shared as they become available.”