Thomas O McGarity in the Media

Bloomberg Law August 31, 2026

Trump’s EPA on a Mission to Ease Air Rules by 2028: Explained

Professor Tom McGarity explains that the Trump administration is expediting air rule makings to finish them before April 2028 and avoid Congressional Review Act reversals, while retaining the option to issue emergency interim rules if needed.

Bloomberg Law July 13, 2026

EPA’s Truck Rule Extends Novel Approach to Cost-Benefit Analysis

Professor Tom McGarity notes that the EPA’s proposed truck emissions rule could face legal challenges because it monetizes industry compliance costs without attempting to monetize public health benefits.

Bloomberg Law April 10, 2026

Trump Uses Iran War to Justify Ramming Through Policy Changes

Professor Tom McGarity clarifies that agencies relying solely on the Iran war’s impact on affordability to justify regulatory actions are unlikely to succeed in court.

Talking Points Memo January 17, 2024

Trump Targets Independent Agencies In Potential Second Term

Professor Thomas McGarity raises legal concerns about Donald Trump's plan to require independent agencies to submit regulation to the White House for review.

Reuters July 6, 2023

Federal agency powers in the crosshairs at the US Supreme Court

Professor Thomas McGarity asserts that the Supreme Court's use of the "major questions" doctrine, which allows judges to prevent the executive branch from taking significant actions not explicitly authorized by Congress, diminishes the abilities of federal agencies to perform necessary functions.

KUT March 2, 2023

Advocacy groups urge public to oppose Biden’s proposed asylum restrictions

Professor Thomas McGarity comments on the effect of advocacy groups and public comment on President Biden's proposed asylum restrictions, which would make it more difficult for asylum seekers to qualify for protection.

The Regulatory Review July 25, 2022

Do Not Blame Us

Texas Law faculty members Thomas McGarity and Wendy Wagner write about the Supreme Court's reference to their publication in West Virginia v EPA, and how the Court’s analysis differed from the pair's understanding of the Clean Air Act.

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Austin American-Statesman July 3, 2022

Opinion: The Supreme Court’s devastating blow to the planet

Professor Thomas McGarity authors an opinion piece on a recent Supreme Court ruling that shut down the EPA's attempt to to regulate and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from coal-fired power plants.

The Nation June 7, 2022

Two of the Trump Era’s Biggest Grifters Are Angling for a Comeback

Professor Thomas McGarity authors an article about the return of two former Trump administration officials to the campaign trail, recapping their Trump-era policies and controversial behaviors in response to ongoing elections.

Forbes May 23, 2022

Book Review: Thomas O. McGarity’s ‘Demolition Agenda: How Trump Tried To Dismantle American Government, And What Biden Needs To Do To Save It’

Professor Thomas McGarity's book Demolition Agenda, which describes the effect of former President Donald Trump's hiring practices on health science, environmental science, and consumer protection agencies, is described in a review as "easy to read and thoroughly engaging."

The Wire October 25, 2021

Why Science Can’t Settle Political Disputes

Professors Thomas McGarity and Wendy Wagner are quoted in an article regarding the politicizing of science.

More of: Wendy E Wagner

Bloomberg Government September 24, 2021

State Bans Spur Democrats to Abortion Vote

Professor Thomas McGarity is quoted in an article regarding disputes between Democrats and Republicans, especially between the new Texas abortion ruling and differences on vaccine and mask mandates.