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A Tennessee Man Jailed for 37 Days Because of an Anti-Trump Meme Will Get $835,000 for His Trouble
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A Tennessee Man Jailed for 37 Days Because of an Anti-Trump Meme Will Get $835,000 for His Trouble

Larry Bushart, a Tennessee man, was jailed for 37 days due to an anti-Trump meme he shared on Facebook. He has now…

5/20/2026 · 5 min read · 31 views
Call Her Happily Married After Premarital Sex Just Like Countless Other Women
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Call Her Happily Married After Premarital Sex Just Like Countless Other Women

Alex Cooper, the host of the Call Her Daddy podcast, faces criticism from conservatives for her lifestyle choices.…

5/20/2026 · 13 min read · 26 views
The Modern Passport Has Eliminated Fraud, Forgery, and Heroes Who Can Bend the Rules To Save Lives
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The Modern Passport Has Eliminated Fraud, Forgery, and Heroes Who Can Bend the Rules To Save Lives

The modern immigration system has made it difficult for bureaucrats to take moral stands in cases of humanitarian…

5/20/2026 · 12 min read · 45 views
America's Highway Fund Is Running Out of Money. Congress Wants To Spend New Funds on Not Fixing Highways.
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America's Highway Fund Is Running Out of Money. Congress Wants To Spend New Funds on Not Fixing Highways.

Congress is preparing to pass a significant infrastructure spending bill, the BUILD America 250 Act, which aims to…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 41 views
There Was No Delcy Rodríguez in Iran
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There Was No Delcy Rodríguez in Iran

The Trump administration's efforts to replicate its Venezuelan strategy in Iran have not succeeded as planned. While…

5/20/2026 · 5 min read · 50 views
Why Populism Leads to Decline
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Why Populism Leads to Decline

Johan Norberg discusses the impact of populism on societal decline in a conversation with Nick Gillespie. He argues…

5/20/2026 · 1 min read · 26 views
Data Centers Use Less Water Than Almond Farms—and Do More Good
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Data Centers Use Less Water Than Almond Farms—and Do More Good

Data centers are often criticized for their water and energy usage, but recent comparisons show they use significantly…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 38 views
End of an Era
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End of an Era

In a significant political shift, Ed Gallrein has defeated longtime representative Thomas Massie in the Kentucky GOP…

5/20/2026 · 8 min read · 27 views
Imposing Imposter Syndrome
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Imposing Imposter Syndrome

The article discusses the concept of imposter syndrome, particularly in the context of Diversity, Equity, and…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 36 views
"Plaintiff Was Enticed by an Attractive, Busty Jewess, and Wet His Mouth with a Drink of Partially Unknown Provenance"
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"Plaintiff Was Enticed by an Attractive, Busty Jewess, and Wet His Mouth with a Drink of Partially Unknown Provenance"

A plaintiff in a case against the University of Pennsylvania has been denied pseudonymity due to the speculative…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 42 views
Use This One Weird Trick to Keep Your Name Out of an Upcoming Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against You
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Use This One Weird Trick to Keep Your Name Out of an Upcoming Sexual Assault Lawsuit Against You

A mother and son are embroiled in a legal battle involving allegations of sexual abuse and defamation. The son accuses…

5/20/2026 · 5 min read · 32 views
Trump Is the High-Prices President
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Trump Is the High-Prices President

Donald Trump's policies have led to rising prices and economic uncertainty, resulting in declining approval ratings.…

5/20/2026 · 5 min read · 19 views
Today in Supreme Court History: May 20, 1996
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Today in Supreme Court History: May 20, 1996

On May 20, 1996, the Supreme Court delivered its decision in Romer v. Evans. This landmark case addressed the issue of…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 44 views
A Half-Million Dollar Fine for a Tax Paperwork Oversight
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A Half-Million Dollar Fine for a Tax Paperwork Oversight

An 88-year-old retiree, Tuncay Saydam, faces a half-million dollar fine for a tax paperwork oversight involving less…

5/20/2026 · 8 min read · 33 views
Body Cam Video: Tulsa Police Arrest Food Not Bombs Volunteers for Feeding Homeless People
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Body Cam Video: Tulsa Police Arrest Food Not Bombs Volunteers for Feeding Homeless People

Tulsa police recently arrested four members of the Food Not Bombs group for distributing meals to the homeless,…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
Brickbat: Failing the Test
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Brickbat: Failing the Test

A former Winnipeg police officer has received a two-year non-custodial sentence for theft and breach of trust. Matthew…

5/20/2026 · 1 min read · 35 views
Open Thread
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Open Thread

The article presents an open thread for discussion on various topics. It invites readers to share their thoughts and…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 46 views
A State Assault Case Against an ICE Agent Could Illustrate the Limits of Supremacy Clause Immunity
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A State Assault Case Against an ICE Agent Could Illustrate the Limits of Supremacy Clause Immunity

A state assault case against ICE agent Christian Castro may challenge the limits of federal immunity for law…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 42 views
Thomas Massie Loses, Proving That Deficit Hawks and Foreign Policy Doves Aren't Welcome in Trump's GOP
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Thomas Massie Loses, Proving That Deficit Hawks and Foreign Policy Doves Aren't Welcome in Trump's GOP

Rep. Thomas Massie was defeated in a primary election by Trump-backed Ed Gallrein, highlighting the shift in the…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
Court Rejects First Amendment Claims Against NYPD Commissioner Brought by "Most Wanted CEOs" Card Makers
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Court Rejects First Amendment Claims Against NYPD Commissioner Brought by "Most Wanted CEOs" Card Makers

A court has rejected First Amendment claims against NYPD Commissioner Tisch related to a deck of cards called 'Most…

5/19/2026 · 11 min read · 42 views
Pennsylvania Family Says the DEA Battered Down Their Door While Raiding the Wrong Home
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Pennsylvania Family Says the DEA Battered Down Their Door While Raiding the Wrong Home

A Pennsylvania family is suing the DEA and local police after a mistaken raid on their home. The family claims their…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 29 views
The Congressional Black Caucus Opposes a College Sports Bill Because of Gerrymandering
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The Congressional Black Caucus Opposes a College Sports Bill Because of Gerrymandering

The Congressional Black Caucus has voiced opposition to a college sports bill, citing concerns over gerrymandering.…

5/19/2026 · 10 min read · 43 views
Trump Settles His Own Lawsuit Against the IRS for $1.8 Billion of Your Money
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Trump Settles His Own Lawsuit Against the IRS for $1.8 Billion of Your Money

President Donald Trump has settled his lawsuit against the IRS, agreeing to drop the case in exchange for the…

5/19/2026 · 6 min read · 43 views
Filming Cops Is a First Amendment Right. The Feds Keep Harassing People for It Anyway.
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Filming Cops Is a First Amendment Right. The Feds Keep Harassing People for It Anyway.

The article discusses the First Amendment right to film police activities and the ongoing harassment faced by…

5/19/2026 · 19 min read · 32 views
The Dangerous Allure When Untalented People Use AI
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The Dangerous Allure When Untalented People Use AI

The article critiques a recent attempt by the Federal Circuit to create a video reminiscent of Schoolhouse Rock,…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 31 views
Bill Maher On The Blatant Double Standard For Antisemitism
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Bill Maher On The Blatant Double Standard For Antisemitism

Bill Maher recently addressed the double standard in discussions about antisemitism, highlighting the inconsistency in…

5/19/2026 · 6 min read · 35 views
What I Learned Shadowing California's Katana-Wielding Anti-Squatter Enforcers
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What I Learned Shadowing California's Katana-Wielding Anti-Squatter Enforcers

California's housing policies are being challenged by the presence of squatters in seized properties. A recent feature…

5/19/2026 · 10 min read · 31 views
Union Summer
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Union Summer

The Long Island Rail Road unions have reached an agreement with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The…

5/19/2026 · 9 min read · 25 views
"Instead, Claude Just Made Up More Stuff"
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"Instead, Claude Just Made Up More Stuff"

A court case revealed that a plaintiff's lawyer relied on an AI tool, Claude, to generate legal briefs, which resulted…

5/19/2026 · 1 min read · 19 views
Should a Murder Victim Have Rights in the Criminal Justice Process?
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Should a Murder Victim Have Rights in the Criminal Justice Process?

The article discusses the rights of murder victims within the American criminal justice system, particularly the role…

5/19/2026 · 5 min read · 38 views
Plaintiff's Immigration Concerns Don't Justify Pseudonymity
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Plaintiff's Immigration Concerns Don't Justify Pseudonymity

A court has ruled that Jane Doe's immigration concerns do not justify her request to proceed under a pseudonym in her…

5/19/2026 · 6 min read · 47 views
Today in Supreme Court History: May 19, 1921
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Today in Supreme Court History: May 19, 1921

On May 19, 1921, Chief Justice Edward Douglass White passed away. His death marked a significant moment in the history…

5/19/2026 · 1 min read · 40 views
Ranking the Worst Supreme Court Decisions of All Time
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Ranking the Worst Supreme Court Decisions of All Time

The article discusses the ranking of the worst Supreme Court decisions in history, highlighting the infamous Plessy v.…

5/19/2026 · 6 min read · 28 views
Coffee Is Good for Your Brain
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Coffee Is Good for Your Brain

A recent study has found that moderate coffee consumption is linked to a reduced risk of dementia and slower cognitive…

5/19/2026 · 2 min read · 31 views
Brickbat: Let's See Some ID
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Brickbat: Let's See Some ID

The British government is contemplating a new law that may impose internet curfews and age verification for users.…

5/19/2026 · 1 min read · 34 views
Chief Judge Moore Commissions Bizarre AI Cartoon About The Federal Circuit Without Judge Newman
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Chief Judge Moore Commissions Bizarre AI Cartoon About The Federal Circuit Without Judge Newman

Chief Judge Kimberly A. Moore has commissioned a cartoon theme song for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal…

5/19/2026 · 9 min read · 29 views
Open Thread
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Open Thread

The Volokh Conspiracy has opened a thread inviting readers to share their thoughts. This platform is known for its…

5/19/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
The Missing Part of the State Court Mangione Suppression Ruling?
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The Missing Part of the State Court Mangione Suppression Ruling?

The state court ruled on the suppression of evidence in the case of People v. Mangione, allowing some items from a…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 26 views
Donald Trump, Thomas Massie, and the Long, Slow Death of the Tea Party
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Donald Trump, Thomas Massie, and the Long, Slow Death of the Tea Party

The upcoming GOP primary in Kentucky features libertarian Rep. Thomas Massie facing a Trump-backed opponent. Massie's…

5/18/2026 · 5 min read · 23 views
Why Is Trump Trying To Purge Thomas Massie?
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Why Is Trump Trying To Purge Thomas Massie?

The article discusses the political challenges faced by Rep. Thomas Massie, who is being targeted by former President…

5/18/2026 · 2 min read · 61 views
Trump's Federal Gas Tax Holiday Would Save Drivers Less Than $9 Per Month
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Trump's Federal Gas Tax Holiday Would Save Drivers Less Than $9 Per Month

Trump's proposal to suspend the federal gas tax would provide minimal savings for drivers, estimated at less than $9…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 33 views
Jared Polis' Controversial Commutation of Tina Peters' Prison Sentence Upholds Freedom of Speech
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Jared Polis' Controversial Commutation of Tina Peters' Prison Sentence Upholds Freedom of Speech

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has commuted the prison sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, who was…

5/18/2026 · 8 min read · 49 views
Samurai vs. Squatters: On the Street With the Hired Swords Reclaiming California Property Owners' Stolen Homes
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Samurai vs. Squatters: On the Street With the Hired Swords Reclaiming California Property Owners' Stolen Homes

In California, property owners are increasingly hiring private enforcers to reclaim homes taken over by squatters.…

5/18/2026 · 32 min read · 50 views
The Smartphone Theory of Birth Rate Decline Doesn't Hold Up
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The Smartphone Theory of Birth Rate Decline Doesn't Hold Up

The theory that smartphones are responsible for declining birth rates is flawed. Fertility rates have been decreasing…

5/18/2026 · 12 min read · 29 views
Why is the Court GVRing Cases In Light Of Callais That Did Not Turn On The Issues In Callais?
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Why is the Court GVRing Cases In Light Of Callais That Did Not Turn On The Issues In Callais?

The Supreme Court has GVR'd several cases in light of the recent Callais decision, which addresses issues related to…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 30 views
The Second Amendment, Guns on Private Property, Guns in Parks, and "The Fifth Element"
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The Second Amendment, Guns on Private Property, Guns in Parks, and "The Fifth Element"

The Second Circuit ruled on the constitutionality of New York's Concealed Carry Improvement Act regarding firearm…

5/18/2026 · 1 min read · 38 views
Court Refuses to Order Pam Bondi to Delete Tweeted Booking Photos in Prosecution for Interference with ICE in Minneapolis
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Court Refuses to Order Pam Bondi to Delete Tweeted Booking Photos in Prosecution for Interference with ICE in Minneapolis

A court has denied a request from Joshua Doyle to order former Attorney General Pam Bondi to delete her social media…

5/18/2026 · 5 min read · 44 views
Thomas Massie's Moment Has Come
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Thomas Massie's Moment Has Come

Thomas Massie is receiving support from friends in his Kentucky district, despite criticism from Donald Trump. Trump…

5/18/2026 · 7 min read · 16 views
Plaintiff Can Sue Pseudonymously Because She's a Criminal Defense Lawyer with a Gambling Addiction
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Plaintiff Can Sue Pseudonymously Because She's a Criminal Defense Lawyer with a Gambling Addiction

A criminal defense lawyer with a gambling addiction has been granted permission to sue pseudonymously. The court found…

5/18/2026 · 3 min read · 42 views
Notre Dame Pro-Abortion-Rights Professor Ordered to Pay $200K in Fees in Failed Libel Lawsuit Against Student Newspaper
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Notre Dame Pro-Abortion-Rights Professor Ordered to Pay $200K in Fees in Failed Libel Lawsuit Against Student Newspaper

A Notre Dame professor has been ordered to pay $200,000 in attorney fees after losing a libel lawsuit against a…

5/18/2026 · 9 min read · 44 views

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