Law in the Headlines: Exploring Current Legal Controversies

with Leora Harpaz

 Thursdays 10:30-11:45 am

It often seems that high-profile legal controversies are almost a daily occurrence now, making them lead stories in the news. Leora will discuss important cases before the Supreme Court this Term, including three cases involving the First Amendment Religion Clauses and one seeking to limit adult access to protected speech. She will also talk about cases that quickly reach the Court by the filing of an emergency application, as well as any significant cases the Court agrees to review during the 2025-26 Term. In addition, she will discuss cases likely to reach the Supreme Court, such as constitutional challenges to President Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship that have been filed in a number of lower courts. Students will have an opportunity to make suggestions for topics that they would like to have discussed in upcoming classes.