Faculty in the Media

Houston Chronicle July 2, 2024

Texas conservatives pushed to limit regulations. The Supreme Court heard them

Professor David Adelman discusses the Supreme Court's recent ruling that overturned the Chevron Doctrine, highlighting the conservative federal court system's ability to limit federal authority.

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Lawfare July 2, 2024

Are Former Presidents Immune From Criminal Prosecution? We’re Still Not Sure

Professor Lee Kovarsky discusses the Supreme Court's controversial ruling in Trump v. United States, examining what this decision means for Trump's January 6 case.

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Texas Standard July 1, 2024

For the last time this term: It’s Supreme Court decision day

Professor Tara Leigh Grove comments on the Supreme Court's decisions on presidential immunity as it relates to former president Donald Trump and on social media site content moderation.

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Associated Press June 29, 2024

The VP race’s Florida question: Would Rubio or Donalds have to move if Trump picks either of them?

Professor Sanford Levinson provides background on the statute requiring presidential and vice presidential candidates on a ticket to represent different states.

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Bloomberg Law June 28, 2024

Conservatives Gain Despite Fifth Circuit Setbacks at High Court

Professor Tara Leigh Grove contributes to discussions about the Fifth Circuit and the status of its rulings when reviewed in the country's highest court.

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The Guardian June 27, 2024

Far-right site Gateway Pundit to answer claims of ‘bankruptcy abuse’ in hearing

Professor Jay Westbrook comments on the complex details of a case accusing company Gateway Pundit of abusing the bankruptcy process.

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CNN June 27, 2024

Supreme Court decision allows pregnant people in Idaho to access emergency abortion care — for now

Professor Elizabeth Sepper weighs in on the complications and confusion surrounding state abortion bans.

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Texas Standard June 26, 2024

Supreme Court sides with Biden administration in free speech case

Professor Tara Leigh Grove discusses the Supreme Court ruling on a Republican-led lawsuit related to social media censorship.

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The Academic Minute June 26, 2024

The Misunderstood Politics of the Energy Transition

Professor David Spence is featured on the Academic Minute, discussing his new book on climate politics and the future of climate policymaking.

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Bloomberg Law June 25, 2024

Obamacare Mandate Case Shifts After Appeals Decision

Professor Elizabeth Sepper comments on a federal appeals court's ruling on a nationwide block against preventive-care mandates under Obamacare.

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The Dallas Morning News June 24, 2024

Biden walks a political tightrope with his latest policies on immigration

Professor Elissa Steglich contributes to discussions on President Biden's immigration policy in light of the upcoming presidential election.

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Los Angeles Review of Books June 22, 2024

Eloquent Contentiousness: On “Farnsworth’s Classical English Argument”

Professor Ward Farnsworth is praised for his book, "Farnsworth’s Classical English Argument," which provides readers with key takeaways from the golden age of political and literary debate.

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