Pennsylvania protects its pups: The passage of Libre’s Law
Pennsylvania passes a law to curb animal cruelty by holding pet owners more accountable.
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North Korea and the Constitution: How far can Trump go?
As U.S. tensions with North Korea continue to rise amidst a backdrop of repeated Korean missile launches, many have questioned the extent of President Trump’s power to take action under the Constitution. [...]
Hard drugs and Oregon House Bill 2355
Oregon Governor Kate Brown recently signed into law Oregon House Bill 2355 as part of significant changes made to Oregon’s drug possession laws. [...]
The show mustn’t go on
As concern for animal welfare increases, circuses and other businesses in the animal entertainment industry are forced to close their doors. [...]
Army Corps of Engineers sent to Mexico-American border
In an effort to follow through on the promise of a border wall, the Trump administration has sent the Army Corps of Engineers to begin preparations amidst environmental and eminent domain concerns. [...]
Fat Leonard and Fat Cats: Overbilling practices in the U.S. military
Due to the Department of Defense’s lack of resources and oversight, contractors have defrauded millions of dollars from the U.S. military by overcharging for work not performed. [...]
The future of sports betting: Is PASPA a thing of the past?
During its next session, the Supreme Court will likely hear a case challenging the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act on anti-commandeering grounds. [...]
To speak freely: the college campus debate
Amid the free speech crisis erupting on college campuses, North Carolina has passed a law to ban “free speech zones” in an effort to promote diversity of thought in its public universities. [...]
Business, Beyoncé, and boycotting: law enforcement fights back
Many law enforcement officers are beginning to use boycotts as a means to fight back against public criticism in an increasingly tense social and political climate. [...]
Staying “paw-sitive”: solutions for service animal regulations
Senior staff writer Cody Davis explains the current law relating to service animals, as well as ways in which service animal regulations may be improved. [...]
No quick fix: finding a remedy for the American heroin epidemic.
As the heroin crisis continues to sweep the nation, leaders throughout all areas of government remain focused on finding solutions. [...]
Trademarking in the Offensive?
A recent landmark United States Supreme Court decision involving trademark law has brought a stream of curious applications, raising national concerns. [...]
Collusion, conspiracy, and campaigns
Top Trump campaign aides met with a Russian lawyer before the election, and despite their assurances that nothing illegal occurred, Congress wants them all to testify. [...]
The clock is “TiK ToK”ing and still no success
Music artist Kesha faces hurdle after hurdle in her attempt to bring charges against her producer and alleged rapist Dr. Luke. [...]
Twitter, Trump, and the right to free tweet
A recent lawsuit filed by a First Amendment advocacy group and numerous individuals has raised eyebrows regarding the President’s personal twitter account and the First Amendment right to free speech. [...]