Faculty in the Media

CBS Sports January 27, 2026

Darian Mensah transfers from Duke: Legal experts weigh in on contract dispute, long-term NIL ramifications

Adjunct Professor Scott Schneider comments on the possible outcomes of a Duke University football player breaking his NIL contract, which resulted in a lawsuit filed by the institution.

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Washington Examiner January 23, 2026

Doubts abound about proposed dual citizenship ban

Professor Sanford Levinson predicts that the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025, which would make it illegal for Americans to hold dual citizenship, is highly unlikely to pass, yet notes that it raises fundamental issues about what it means to be a citizen.

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ABC12 News January 23, 2026

Social conservatives beg Trump for abortion pill crackdown

Professor Rachel Rebouché comments on the effects of the recent senate hearing on abortion pill availability.

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CNN January 23, 2026

‘Mr. President, it’s now time’: Social conservatives beg Trump for abortion pill crackdown

Professor Rachel Rebouché observes that a recent Senate hearing over medication abortion was intended to overcome the Trump administration's indifference and provoke a stronger reaction.

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City Journal January 20, 2026

It’s Not Just Minnesota—Fraud Is Everywhere

Professor Charles Silver co-authors a piece surveying the landscape of healthcare fraud and outlines how public officials can address it.

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The Federal Drive January 21, 2026

With a new executive order clearing the path for federal AI standards, the question now is whether Congress will finish the job

AI Innovation and Law Fellow Kevin Frazier joins a podcast to discuss the balance of AI regulatory power between states and the federal government following a recent executive order that challenges state AI laws.

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The Bond Buyer January 20, 2026

Bonds feature in Texas AG’s legal opinion against MWBE programs

Adjunct Professor Randall Erben comments on the advisory nature of attorney general opinions in response to the recent statements regarding Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation.  

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The Chuck ToddCast January 19, 2026

Interview w/ Mechele Dickerson – Does America Need A Middle Class New Deal?

Professor Mechele Dickerson is a guest on "The Chuck ToddCast" to discuss the research and rationale underpinning the policy recommendations and insights provided in her latest book, "The Middle-Class New Deal: Restoring Upward Mobility and the American Dream."

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The Texas Tribune January 19, 2026

Ken Paxton uses diversity legal opinion on MLK Day to attack John Cornyn ahead of U.S. Senate primary

Adjunct Professor Randall Erben notes that Paxton’s opinion regarding diversity and equity is not legally binding and that issuing it without a formal request was unusual.

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WURD Radio January 17, 2026

Professor Mechele Dickerson on her New Book

Professor Mechele Dickerson joins the WURD "Radio’s Solutions" podcast to discuss how her new book, "The Middle Class New Deal," defines the middle class and explores today’s policy challenges.

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San Antonio Express-News January 17, 2026

Trump’s AI executive order asserts much-needed federal guidance, authority

AI Innovation and Law Fellow Kevin Frazier writes an op-ed that outlines the benefits of President Trump's recent executive order that delegates AI regulation to the federal government.

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New York Post January 15, 2026

Calif. mom accused of killing 3-year-old in ‘exorcism’ horror offers twisted defense

Professor Emeritus Douglas Laycock offers his perspective on an ongoing California criminal case in which the defendants are invoking religious freedom, observing that their case doesn't hold weight because constitutional rights can be overridden to serve compelling government interests.

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