Sanford V Levinson in the Media

Austin American Statesman June 24, 2022

Texas Republicans want a vote on ‘Texas Independence.’ But can Texas secede from the union?

Professor Sanford Levinson weighs in on the legality of Texas seceding from the union, and questions what the proposed referendum is actually asking voters to do.

Newsweek June 21, 2022

Could Texas Really Secede? Experts Weigh in

Professor Sanford Levinson weighs in on the unlikeliness of Texas seceding from the United States following a recent Republican convention where the state GOP called for fellow Texans to vote in a referendum.

Los Angeles Times May 4, 2022

Column: Why we need term limits for Supreme Court justices

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted about the popularized idea of an enforced term limit for Supreme Court justices. The quote was presented at a roundtable discussion hosted by Levinson and the Texas Law Program on Constitutional Studies.

The New Republic April 21, 2022

What if Trump wins in 2024?

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted in an article on the possibility of former President Trump winning re-election in 2024.

Harvard Law Today April 20, 2022

Supreme Court preview: Kennedy v. Bremerton School District

Professor Sanford Levinson is interviewed about the upcoming Supreme Court case Kennedy v. Bremerton School District, which addresses a high school football coach's right to post-game prayer.

Texas Monthly April 20, 2022

Greg Abbott Tried to Act Presidentially. He Might Have Run Afoul of the Law.

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted in an article asking whether Governor Abbott's actions obstructing interstate trade at the border to put pressure on the Mexican Government could violate the Commerce Clause.

POLITICO Magazine January 28, 2022

13 Legal Experts on How Breyer’s Replacement Will Change the Court

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted in an article regarding the future of the Supreme Court, following Justice Breyer's retirement.

The Wall Street Journal December 7, 2021

Commission Approves Report on Supreme Court Amid Partisan Differences

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted in an article regarding a report made about resolving political controversies in the Supreme Court.

Vanity Fair October 12, 2021

Greg Abbott Opposes the Government “Bullying” Businesses, Except When He Does It

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted in an article regarding Greg Abbott's executive order about Covid-19 precautions and regulations.

The New York Times August 31, 2021

Thomas Jefferson Gave the Constitution 19 Years. Look Where We Are Now.

Professor Sanford Levinson is quoted in an article regarding the progress and age of the United States Constitution.

Texas Tribune April 20, 2021

Texas Republicans are vowing to defy any new federal gun rules. Experts say it’s largely a symbolic gesture.

Professor Sanford Levinson was quoted in article about a Texas republicans' reactions to a federal push for stronger gun regulations.

Business Insider April 12, 2021

Gun rights advocates are pushing to create Second Amendment sanctuaries in a bid to flout federal gun laws

Professor Sanford V. Levinson was quoted in a story about proposed legislation that would declare Texas as a gun rights sanctuary.