Robert M Chesney in the News

President Biden and Vladimir Putin shaking hands

The New York Times July 6, 2021

Attempted Hack of R.N.C. and Russian Ransomware Attack Test Biden

Professor Bobby Chesney is quoted in an article regarding the attempted cyberattack of the Republican National Committee.

Individuals in front of their computers, dressed in military outfits.

War on the Rocks July 5, 2021

The Cyber Arms Race

Professor Bobby Chesney joins the Horns of a Dilemma podcast for an episode on the increasing complexity and sophistication of attacks on U.S infrastructure and the challenges of defending against cyber attacks.

MSN June 24, 2021

TikTok Isn’t ‘Out of the Woods’ With Biden’s Executive Order, But Creators Are Prepared This Time

Professor Robert Chesney is quoted in an article regarding TikTok's ongoing legal battles within the United States.

President Biden holding a newspaper in his left hand, while waving with his right hand

Vox June 24, 2021

TikTok’s Trump problem is now TikTok’s Biden problem

Professor Bobby Chesney is quoted in a Vox article examining the differences between Biden and Trump's approaches to TikTok.

U.S. Agency for International Development

AP News June 4, 2021

US says agencies largely fended off latest Russian hack

Professor Bobby Chesney is quoted in an article regarding a recent Russian intelligence hack.

Supporters of Donald Trump are seen confronted by police front of the White House during the capitol insurrection on January 6th.

VOA News February 10, 2021

Why Domestic Terrorism Is Not Specifically Designated a Crime in US

Professor Bobby Chesney is quoted in a VOA News article about the long-running discussion among government policymakers over whether the U.S. needs a new domestic terrorism law.

Biden signs a series of executive orders on health care, in the Oval Office of the White House.

The Washington Post February 1, 2021

The Cybersecurity 202: Here’s what cybersecurity experts think Biden should prioritize in his first 100 days

Professor Bobby Chesney joins Cybersecurity 202's network of experts in sharing some ideas for how the Biden administration could make the biggest impact in their first 100 days.

Joe Biden, with his left hand on a Bible and his right hand in the air, is sworn in as 46th president of the United States on Wednesday in Washington. Jill Biden is standing next to him, holding the Bible.

The Washington Post January 22, 2021

Biden became president at noon despite taking oath early, constitutional experts say

Professor Robert Chesney shared his expertise in an article for The Washington Post which examines when, precisely, Joe Biden became the 46th president of the United States.

A man holding a United States flag and megaphone, wearing a fur hat with horns and blue face paint is shirtless standing on the top floor of the Senate Chamber during the Capitol Insurrection.

USA Today January 12, 2021

Capitol mob members could face more serious charges, prison time, as investigation unfolds

Professor Bobby Chesney is quoted in a USA Today article providing insight into the criminal charges that the rioters from the Capitol Hill insurrection may be facing.

Lawfare December 14, 2020

The Fortnight that Was: All of Lawfare in One Post

Prof. Robert Chesney and Prof. Steve Vladeck's most recent episode of the National Security Law Podcast, in which they discussed President-elect Biden’s future policy on Guantanamo Bay and possible nominees for Secretary of Defense, was featured in Lawfare's weekly update.

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Chesney and Vladeck Headshots side by side.

Lawfare November 14, 2020

The Week that Was: All of Lawfare in One Post

Profs Robert Chesney and Stephen Vladeck's new episode of their podcast, the National Security Law Podcast were highlighted in Lawfare.

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Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette November 12, 2020

Near deadline, TikTok deal in limbo

Prof. Robert Chesney was quoted in a Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette article regarding TikTok and the Trump Administration's deadline.

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