Temple University Beasley School of Law
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Business leaders who want to speak out on social issues must prioritize action over public opinion, says Prof. Tom Lin. “Figuring out how best to communicate in a way that moves the ball forward is really critical, even if it means leaving some folks frustrated.” https://bit.ly/4qY3i77
Executives Temper Criticism of Immigration Enforcement Fallout
A smattering of corporate comments have largely struck a cautious tone while Minnesota protests continue after the killing of two civilians by federal agents, as executives look to balance showing con...
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February 6, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Business leaders who want to speak out on social issues must prioritize action over public opinion, says Prof. Tom Lin. “Figuring out how best to communicate in a way that moves the ball forward is really critical, even if it means leaving some folks frustrated.” https://bit.ly/4qY3i77
President Trump's threat to sue Trevor Noah over a joke made at the Grammys would have to overcome strong First Amendment protections for comedy, notes Prof. Laura Little. “What Trevor Noah said was so clearly a joke that it couldn’t get over that threshold." https://bit.ly/3Mbkze3
Trump’s threat to sue Noah over a joke would face a tough crowd in court
President Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah over jokes Noah made while hosting the Grammys.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:48 PM
President Trump's threat to sue Trevor Noah over a joke made at the Grammys would have to overcome strong First Amendment protections for comedy, notes Prof. Laura Little. “What Trevor Noah said was so clearly a joke that it couldn’t get over that threshold." https://bit.ly/3Mbkze3
Temple Law students Seth Israel (3L) and Su Ly (3L) have been selected for membership in the Delaware Valley Environmental American Inn of Court - an extraordinary opportunity to explore the many ways to practice environmental law. Congratulations, Seth and Su! https://bit.ly/4a99MsH
Temple Law Students Honored with Environmental Inn of Court Membership - Voices at Temple
Temple Law students join Delaware Valley Environmental American Inn of Court
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February 3, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Temple Law students Seth Israel (3L) and Su Ly (3L) have been selected for membership in the Delaware Valley Environmental American Inn of Court - an extraordinary opportunity to explore the many ways to practice environmental law. Congratulations, Seth and Su! https://bit.ly/4a99MsH
Prof. Jacobsen is among those urging review of baseball's exemption from federal antitrust laws. "Should any business … that enjoys a monopoly be immune from the antitrust laws? Or do they have to operate their businesses within those laws?'' https://bit.ly/4qYPJ7E
High Court Unlikely To Walk Back MLB's Antitrust Privilege - Law360
Baseball's status as the lone sport exempt from federal antitrust laws is likely to evade U.S. Supreme Court scrutiny, with legal experts saying that only an extraordinary challenge could make justice...
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February 3, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Prof. Jacobsen is among those urging review of baseball's exemption from federal antitrust laws. "Should any business … that enjoys a monopoly be immune from the antitrust laws? Or do they have to operate their businesses within those laws?'' https://bit.ly/4qYPJ7E
The PA Supreme Court has upheld a local judge's suspension for political posts. “Off hours does not mean off limits in terms of your employer's ability to discipline you or fire you for inappropriate speech,” says Prof. Michael Donnella. bit.ly/4k7T41l
Pa. Supreme Court Upholds Phila. Judge’s Suspension After Political Posts
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January 29, 2026 at 5:31 PM
The PA Supreme Court has upheld a local judge's suspension for political posts. “Off hours does not mean off limits in terms of your employer's ability to discipline you or fire you for inappropriate speech,” says Prof. Michael Donnella. bit.ly/4k7T41l
Prof. Craig Green on Trump v. Slaughter, argued before SCOTUS on 12/8: “What do you do when the Supreme Court says its decisions are supported by history, but history doesn’t support the Supreme Court?” https://bit.ly/495oQZc
Conservative Justices Confront Historical Dilemma in FTC Firing
Upcoming US Supreme Court debate over the president’s power to fire agency officials will test the conservative justices’ willingness to grapple with newly developed historical evidence that runs coun...
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January 24, 2026 at 1:41 PM
Prof. Craig Green on Trump v. Slaughter, argued before SCOTUS on 12/8: “What do you do when the Supreme Court says its decisions are supported by history, but history doesn’t support the Supreme Court?” https://bit.ly/495oQZc
"Americans are continuing their scramble for alternative residence and citizenship amid ongoing political turbulence, with interest now at an all-time high”, says Prof. @Peter Spiro
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A Growing Passport Divide Reshapes Global Mobility in 2026
The Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals a growing divide between the world’s most and least mobile populations.
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January 22, 2026 at 3:15 PM
"Americans are continuing their scramble for alternative residence and citizenship amid ongoing political turbulence, with interest now at an all-time high”, says Prof. @Peter Spiro
https://www.henleyglobal.com/newsroom/press-releases/henley-global-mobility-report-january-2026
https://www.henleyglobal.com/newsroom/press-releases/henley-global-mobility-report-january-2026
Professors Abreu, Knauer (Emerita), Richardson (posthumous), and Schuman were honored at the 2026 meeting of the AALS. Read more: https://lens.aals.org/article/2026-section-award-winners/
January 14, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Professors Abreu, Knauer (Emerita), Richardson (posthumous), and Schuman were honored at the 2026 meeting of the AALS. Read more: https://lens.aals.org/article/2026-section-award-winners/
Prof. Craig Green details the legal options and challenges involved in prosecuting federal officers for shooting civilians in the line of duty for TIME Magazine. https://bit.ly/49AiLCS
What Happens When Federal Officers Use Force
Federal officers don’t have “absolute immunity,” but prosecuting them isn’t easy.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Prof. Craig Green details the legal options and challenges involved in prosecuting federal officers for shooting civilians in the line of duty for TIME Magazine. https://bit.ly/49AiLCS
Prof. Jaya Ramji-Nogales says deportations to third countries like Eswatini, which recently signed an agreement to accept deportees without due process, "should not be happening" and are "not legitimate under US law." https://bit.ly/4b3vfph
The Toll of Trump’s African Deportation Agreements
Secret deals with Eswatini and other governments show how Washington is quietly outsourcing difficult cases, dodging accountability at home
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January 10, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Prof. Jaya Ramji-Nogales says deportations to third countries like Eswatini, which recently signed an agreement to accept deportees without due process, "should not be happening" and are "not legitimate under US law." https://bit.ly/4b3vfph
Marsha Levick (mll51.bsky.social) '76 joins Temple Law this spring as the Phyllis W. Beck Visiting Chair in Law. We're proud to celebrate her fifty years of extraordinary service at the Juvenile Law Center and excited to welcome her to the law school community! https://bit.ly/4pwVAzy
Marsha Levick, a ‘superhero’ who helped rewrite the country’s juvenile justice system, steps down from Juvenile Law Center
Levick’s career ranged from representing individual teenagers to steering landmark litigation that forced states to overhaul abusive practices.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Marsha Levick (mll51.bsky.social) '76 joins Temple Law this spring as the Phyllis W. Beck Visiting Chair in Law. We're proud to celebrate her fifty years of extraordinary service at the Juvenile Law Center and excited to welcome her to the law school community! https://bit.ly/4pwVAzy
VA lawmakers are considering a bill that would limit when law enforcement officers can be masked. "It appears to say that people may sue law enforcement who unlawfully wear masks when those officers commit tortious conduct," says Prof. Jules Epstein. https://bit.ly/4pv8oGx
One Virginia lawmaker is hoping to limit the use of masks by law enforcement
Delegate Mike Jones is a Democrat from Richmond who has a bill that would prohibit some law enforcement officials from wearing masks in certain circumstances.
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January 9, 2026 at 6:35 PM
VA lawmakers are considering a bill that would limit when law enforcement officers can be masked. "It appears to say that people may sue law enforcement who unlawfully wear masks when those officers commit tortious conduct," says Prof. Jules Epstein. https://bit.ly/4pv8oGx
The PBA has recognized David Keller Trevaskis '88 with the Pennsylvania Bar Association Medal, its highest honor, to celebrate his 24 years of expanding access to justice through pro bono services across the commonwealth. Congratulations, David, and thank you for all you do! #TempleProud.
January 8, 2026 at 4:13 PM
The PBA has recognized David Keller Trevaskis '88 with the Pennsylvania Bar Association Medal, its highest honor, to celebrate his 24 years of expanding access to justice through pro bono services across the commonwealth. Congratulations, David, and thank you for all you do! #TempleProud.
Prof. Guy Rub joined Law Bytes podcast to discuss a Canadian measure that would create an Artists' Resale Right in that country and to explain his view that most beneficiaries of such a right are wealthy, old, or dead. https://bit.ly/3LvFzf6
The Law Bytes Podcast, Episode 253: Guy Rub on the Unconvincing Case for a New Canadian Artists' Resale Right - Michael Geist
The creation of an Artists' Resale Right has been adopted in many countries to at best mixed reviews. They’re unsurprisingly widely supported by potential beneficiaries, but the data on who actually b...
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January 7, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Prof. Guy Rub joined Law Bytes podcast to discuss a Canadian measure that would create an Artists' Resale Right in that country and to explain his view that most beneficiaries of such a right are wealthy, old, or dead. https://bit.ly/3LvFzf6
American interest in dual citizenship is on the rise. “The political instability in the US in recent years, along with Covid, has brought home to people that there might actually be a reason to live someplace else,” Prof. @Peter Spiro tells The Guardian. https://bit.ly/4qhX5T6
‘I want that escape route': Americans seek dual citizenships under Trump
Some US citizens, grappling with issues from LGBTQ+ rights to the economy, are looking to the countries their families once left behind
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January 5, 2026 at 6:15 PM
American interest in dual citizenship is on the rise. “The political instability in the US in recent years, along with Covid, has brought home to people that there might actually be a reason to live someplace else,” Prof. @Peter Spiro tells The Guardian. https://bit.ly/4qhX5T6
On behalf of Temple Law School, warm wishes to each of you for a New Year filled with joy, light, and time with those you love. ~ Interim Kean Family Dean Kristen E. Murray
January 1, 2026 at 2:02 PM
On behalf of Temple Law School, warm wishes to each of you for a New Year filled with joy, light, and time with those you love. ~ Interim Kean Family Dean Kristen E. Murray
Proposed legislation that would prohibit dual citizenship is "going nowhere," says Prof. Peter Spiro (@AfterTheState). "There are too many Americans—both Democrat and Republican—who now have dual citizenship for the status to be outlawed." https://bit.ly/4oE9TBM
Is stripping dual citizenship constitutional? Legal analysts weigh in
Republican Senator Bernie Moreno has introduced a bill that seeks to eliminate dual citizenship for Americans.
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December 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Proposed legislation that would prohibit dual citizenship is "going nowhere," says Prof. Peter Spiro (@AfterTheState). "There are too many Americans—both Democrat and Republican—who now have dual citizenship for the status to be outlawed." https://bit.ly/4oE9TBM
As data produced by "machine process" (e.g. GPS location) become more common, questions about proper authentication have become more urgent. Prof. Jules Epstein takes a look at one such case, Comm. v. Vance, recently argued before the PA Supreme Court. https://bit.ly/44JnGQn
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December 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
As data produced by "machine process" (e.g. GPS location) become more common, questions about proper authentication have become more urgent. Prof. Jules Epstein takes a look at one such case, Comm. v. Vance, recently argued before the PA Supreme Court. https://bit.ly/44JnGQn
Prof. @duncanhollis.bsky.social cowrote an op-ed in @thehill.com arguing there’s a duty to disobey illegal orders like those behind recent US boat strikes—and an imperative for Congress to "uphold the Constitution, comply with the laws of war and protect American lives." https://bit.ly/3MaJiPo
US boat strikes could kill US citizens -- it's happened before
If Congress does not intervene, it's only a matter of time before a similar tragedy occurs.
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December 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Prof. @duncanhollis.bsky.social cowrote an op-ed in @thehill.com arguing there’s a duty to disobey illegal orders like those behind recent US boat strikes—and an imperative for Congress to "uphold the Constitution, comply with the laws of war and protect American lives." https://bit.ly/3MaJiPo
.@theregreview.bsky.social does a deep dive into new work by Professor Tom Lin exploring the danger AI poses to financial markets and offering regulatory solutions. https://bit.ly/3XxtA3h
AI and the Future of Market Manipulation | The Regulatory Review
Scholar examines the danger AI poses to financial markets and offers regulatory solutions.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
.@theregreview.bsky.social does a deep dive into new work by Professor Tom Lin exploring the danger AI poses to financial markets and offering regulatory solutions. https://bit.ly/3XxtA3h
As Trump-appointed judges Emil Bove and Jennifer Mascott join the Third Circuit, observers watch for shifts on the court. Prof. Laura Little: “It is often observed … that judges tend toward impartiality over time, as their tenure on the bench extends." https://bit.ly/3KnrShT
Philly’s federal appeals court is now controlled by Republican nominees as Trump’s latest judicial picks take the bench
New Trump-nominated judges Emil Bove and Jennifer Mascott made their first public appearances on the Third Circuit Court of Appeals this week.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
As Trump-appointed judges Emil Bove and Jennifer Mascott join the Third Circuit, observers watch for shifts on the court. Prof. Laura Little: “It is often observed … that judges tend toward impartiality over time, as their tenure on the bench extends." https://bit.ly/3KnrShT
Prof. Marian Braccia discusses communication breakdowns between police and the DA's office in an earlier Keon King case. “If this is supposed to be a collaborative effort ... it sounds like everyone dropped the ball." https://bit.ly/48BcXsk
Months before Kada Scott’s killing, Keon King was wanted for kidnapping his ex, but no one arrested him — even in court
Keon King, while wanted for kidnapping his ex-girlfriend earlier this year, twice appeared in court for a separate domestic assault case. Yet police didn't arrest him.
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December 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Prof. Marian Braccia discusses communication breakdowns between police and the DA's office in an earlier Keon King case. “If this is supposed to be a collaborative effort ... it sounds like everyone dropped the ball." https://bit.ly/48BcXsk
.@jonathanfharris.bsky.social, whose work was instrumental in CA and NY bans on "stay-or-pay" contracts, says they are often "used as cynical means to work around bans on traditional noncompetes and try to keep the worker from being able to afford to leave." https://bit.ly/4rE5di4
States Tackle ‘Stay-or-Pay' Contracts as Federal Efforts Wane
Opposition to employers' use of “stay-or-pay” contracts has gotten traction in state legislatures this year, led by California and New York, as federal regulators retreat from efforts to rein in the agreements nationwide.
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December 16, 2025 at 8:30 PM
.@jonathanfharris.bsky.social, whose work was instrumental in CA and NY bans on "stay-or-pay" contracts, says they are often "used as cynical means to work around bans on traditional noncompetes and try to keep the worker from being able to afford to leave." https://bit.ly/4rE5di4
As the power of a US passport plummets, Prof. Peter Spiro notes that "more Americans will be acquiring additional citizenships in whatever way they can … as one social media poster put it, 'dual citizenship is the new American dream'." https://bit.ly/48S9uH6
US Passport Power Falls to Historic Low
For the first time since the Henley Passport Index was created 20 years ago, the United States is no longer ranked amongst the world’s Top 10 most powerful passports.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:30 PM
As the power of a US passport plummets, Prof. Peter Spiro notes that "more Americans will be acquiring additional citizenships in whatever way they can … as one social media poster put it, 'dual citizenship is the new American dream'." https://bit.ly/48S9uH6
As data produced by "machine process" (e.g. GPS location) become more common, questions about proper authentication have become more urgent. Prof. Jules Epstein takes a look at one such case, Comm. v. Vance, recently argued before the PA Supreme Court. https://bit.ly/44JnGQn
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
As data produced by "machine process" (e.g. GPS location) become more common, questions about proper authentication have become more urgent. Prof. Jules Epstein takes a look at one such case, Comm. v. Vance, recently argued before the PA Supreme Court. https://bit.ly/44JnGQn