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"Tennessee Man Jailed 37 Days for Trump Meme Wins $835,000 Settlement"
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"Tennessee Man Jailed 37 Days for Trump Meme Wins $835,000 Settlement"

Larry Bushart, a retired law enforcement officer from Tennessee, has received an $835,000 settlement after being…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 35 views
War Powers Vote Is the Latest Embarrassment for House Speaker Mike Johnson
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War Powers Vote Is the Latest Embarrassment for House Speaker Mike Johnson

House Speaker Mike Johnson faced criticism after canceling a vote on a war powers resolution regarding President…

5/22/2026 · 3 min read · 39 views
Should Billionaires Pay More Taxes?
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Should Billionaires Pay More Taxes?

A debate on whether billionaires should pay more taxes featured Yale Law School professor Natasha Sarin and Cato…

5/22/2026 · 1 min read · 40 views
Democrats Tried To Bury 2024 Election Autopsy
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Democrats Tried To Bury 2024 Election Autopsy

The Democratic Party has released an autopsy report following its loss in the 2024 election, which was delayed due to…

5/22/2026 · 5 min read · 36 views
Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' Is Built on a Contradiction
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Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' Is Built on a Contradiction

The Trump administration has established a taxpayer-funded 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' totaling $1.776 billion, which…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
In Gerrymandering Fight, Democracy Is Losing
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In Gerrymandering Fight, Democracy Is Losing

The ongoing gerrymandering battle between Republicans and Democrats is undermining the democratic process in the…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 29 views
Who Abuses Food Delivery?
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Who Abuses Food Delivery?

The article discusses the debate surrounding food delivery services and their impact on low-income individuals. It…

5/22/2026 · 8 min read · 37 views
Law School Recommended Against Student's Bar Admission, Partly for Alleged "Celebration" of Charlie Kirk Assassination in Law School Clinic
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Law School Recommended Against Student's Bar Admission, Partly for Alleged "Celebration" of Charlie Kirk Assassination in Law School Clinic

A Texas Tech University law student faced a recommendation against her bar admission due to alleged celebratory…

5/22/2026 · 11 min read · 37 views
The Republican Party Is Nothing More Than a Cult of Trump
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The Republican Party Is Nothing More Than a Cult of Trump

The Republican Party has increasingly aligned itself with the preferences of Donald Trump, moving away from…

5/22/2026 · 8 min read · 32 views
Today in Supreme Court History: May 22, 1807
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Today in Supreme Court History: May 22, 1807

On May 22, 1807, Aaron Burr was indicted on charges of treason. The trial would be presided over by Chief Justice John…

5/22/2026 · 1 min read · 36 views
Review: A Sci-Fi War Movie About the Pentagon's Inscrutable Budget
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Review: A Sci-Fi War Movie About the Pentagon's Inscrutable Budget

The Netflix movie War Machine explores the complexities of the Pentagon's vast budget through a sci-fi lens. The film…

5/22/2026 · 2 min read · 41 views
Review: A Victim of Chinese Authoritarianism Explains Censorship and Surveillance
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Review: A Victim of Chinese Authoritarianism Explains Censorship and Surveillance

Ai Weiwei's new book, On Censorship, explores the relationship between censorship and surveillance, emphasizing how…

5/22/2026 · 1 min read · 38 views
Open Thread
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Open Thread

The Volokh Conspiracy is a platform featuring contributions primarily from law professors with a libertarian…

5/22/2026 · 1 min read · 36 views
Brickbat: Follow You Home
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Brickbat: Follow You Home

An Arlington police officer has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman he met while responding to a…

5/22/2026 · 1 min read · 48 views
Did Justice Alito Lose The Majority Opinion In Hamm v. Smith?
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Did Justice Alito Lose The Majority Opinion In Hamm v. Smith?

The Supreme Court's decision to DIG Hamm v. Smith has raised questions about Justice Alito's position within the…

5/22/2026 · 5 min read · 34 views
Video of my Bruno Leoni Institute (Milan) Talk on the Supreme Court Tariff Decision and its Implications
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Video of my Bruno Leoni Institute (Milan) Talk on the Supreme Court Tariff Decision and its Implications

Ilya Somin recently delivered a talk at the Bruno Leoni Institute in Milan regarding the Supreme Court's tariff…

5/22/2026 · 1 min read · 28 views
Thomas Massie Falls, 'Samurai vs. Squatters,' Jeff Bezos
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Thomas Massie Falls, 'Samurai vs. Squatters,' Jeff Bezos

The article discusses the recent primary defeat of Republican Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky. It also highlights Jeff…

5/21/2026 · 1 min read · 40 views
Minnesota Law Banning Prediction Markets Creates Victimless Crime
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Minnesota Law Banning Prediction Markets Creates Victimless Crime

Minnesota has enacted a law banning prediction markets, making it the first state to criminalize participation in…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 32 views
60% of Harvard Grades Were A's in 2025. Now the School Is Fighting Grade Inflation.
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60% of Harvard Grades Were A's in 2025. Now the School Is Fighting Grade Inflation.

Harvard University is addressing grade inflation after a report revealed that 60.2% of grades awarded in the 2024-2025…

5/21/2026 · 3 min read · 31 views
Why Does Trump Keep Bringing Up Decades-Old Foreign Grievances?
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Why Does Trump Keep Bringing Up Decades-Old Foreign Grievances?

The Trump administration has recently revived long-standing foreign grievances as a justification for potential…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 34 views
No Pseudonymity for Parent Suing Over School Vaccination Mandate
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No Pseudonymity for Parent Suing Over School Vaccination Mandate

The Ninth Circuit ruled that a parent, referred to as Doe, cannot proceed pseudonymously in her lawsuit against a…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 39 views
The $1.776 Billion in Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' Fits a Pattern of Fanciful Figures
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The $1.776 Billion in Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' Fits a Pattern of Fanciful Figures

President Donald Trump's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' has been established with an arbitrary allocation of $1.776…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 35 views
$485K Settlement in Government Employee Speech Case Stemming from Comments About Charlie Kirk's Death
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$485K Settlement in Government Employee Speech Case Stemming from Comments About Charlie Kirk's Death

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has settled a case with a former employee for $485,000 following…

5/21/2026 · 8 min read · 35 views
Lawsuits Accuse Corporate 'Cartel' of Monopolizing Missouri's Weed Market
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Lawsuits Accuse Corporate 'Cartel' of Monopolizing Missouri's Weed Market

Lawsuits have been filed in Missouri accusing Good Day Farm of monopolizing the state's marijuana market. The company…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
Lawsuit Against Virginia Tech Alleging Anti-Male Bias in Title IX Proceedings Can Go Forward in Part
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Lawsuit Against Virginia Tech Alleging Anti-Male Bias in Title IX Proceedings Can Go Forward in Part

A lawsuit against Virginia Tech has been allowed to proceed in part, alleging anti-male bias in Title IX…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 39 views
The Supreme Court Protected Donor Privacy. The IRS Didn't Get the Memo.
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The Supreme Court Protected Donor Privacy. The IRS Didn't Get the Memo.

The Supreme Court recently reinforced donor privacy rights in a case involving First Choice Women's Resource Centers.…

5/21/2026 · 3 min read · 37 views
Trump's Corruption Is Brazen, Obvious, and Costly. Will Enough Republicans Try To Stop Him?
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Trump's Corruption Is Brazen, Obvious, and Costly. Will Enough Republicans Try To Stop Him?

The article discusses allegations of corruption within the Trump administration, particularly focusing on the newly…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 28 views
An ICE Detainee Died from a Tooth Infection, Autopsy Report Says
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An ICE Detainee Died from a Tooth Infection, Autopsy Report Says

Emmanuel Damas, a 56-year-old Haitian man, died in ICE custody due to complications from an untreated tooth infection,…

5/21/2026 · 3 min read · 30 views
Is the DHS Tracking ICE Critics? The Public Deserves Answers.
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Is the DHS Tracking ICE Critics? The Public Deserves Answers.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly maintaining a database that tracks critics of the Trump…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 42 views
Trump's Approval Rating Is Cratering. Tariffs Are a Big Reason Why.
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Trump's Approval Rating Is Cratering. Tariffs Are a Big Reason Why.

Donald Trump's approval rating has significantly declined, with tariffs being a major contributing factor. The tariffs…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 33 views
Hunter Biden and Candace Owens Are BFFs Now
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Hunter Biden and Candace Owens Are BFFs Now

Hunter Biden has recently engaged in an interview with Candace Owens, which has not yet aired. Select clips from the…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 37 views
Bankrolling the Nation
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Bankrolling the Nation

Jeff Bezos recently discussed the disparities in the U.S. economy, highlighting the struggles of individuals like…

5/21/2026 · 10 min read · 39 views
Racial Slurs as Actionable Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
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Racial Slurs as Actionable Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress

A recent court case has allowed a plaintiff to proceed with a claim of intentional infliction of emotional distress…

5/21/2026 · 8 min read · 31 views
Today in Supreme Court History: May 21, 2007
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Today in Supreme Court History: May 21, 2007

On May 21, 2007, the Supreme Court decided the case of Bell Atlantic Corp. v. Twombly. This decision is significant in…

5/21/2026 · 1 min read · 41 views
SCOTUS Term Limits May Be a Good Idea. But They Still Require a Constitutional Amendment.
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SCOTUS Term Limits May Be a Good Idea. But They Still Require a Constitutional Amendment.

The discussion around imposing term limits on U.S. Supreme Court justices has gained bipartisan support. However,…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 48 views
It's Not Just ICE Stockpiling Weapons—the IRS, EPA, and Other Feds Are Arming Up Too
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It's Not Just ICE Stockpiling Weapons—the IRS, EPA, and Other Feds Are Arming Up Too

Federal agencies, including ICE and the IRS, are significantly increasing their stockpiles of weapons and ammunition.…

5/21/2026 · 2 min read · 44 views
Brickbat: Where's the Beef?
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Brickbat: Where's the Beef?

A Danish politician has proposed limiting meat consumption in nursing homes to support climate goals. The suggestion…

5/21/2026 · 1 min read · 36 views
Open Thread
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Open Thread

The article features an open thread inviting readers to share their thoughts. It highlights the editorial independence…

5/21/2026 · 1 min read · 36 views
There Is No Equitable Constitutional Cause Of Action To Challenge The Presidential Record Act Policy
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There Is No Equitable Constitutional Cause Of Action To Challenge The Presidential Record Act Policy

The article discusses the legal challenges surrounding the Presidential Records Act and its implications for…

5/21/2026 · 4 min read · 38 views
US Court of International Trade Refuses to Stay Injunction Against Trump's Section 122 Tariffs
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US Court of International Trade Refuses to Stay Injunction Against Trump's Section 122 Tariffs

The US Court of International Trade has refused to stay an injunction against Donald Trump's Section 122 tariffs,…

5/21/2026 · 2 min read · 37 views
Matt Yglesias on Libertarianism, Abundance Liberalism, and a Possible Alliance Between the Two
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Matt Yglesias on Libertarianism, Abundance Liberalism, and a Possible Alliance Between the Two

Matt Yglesias discusses the potential alliance between libertarians and abundance liberals, highlighting areas of…

5/20/2026 · 9 min read · 42 views
Justice Department Indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for 1996 Shootdown That Killed 4 Americans
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Justice Department Indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for 1996 Shootdown That Killed 4 Americans

Raúl Castro, the former dictator of Cuba, has been indicted for his alleged involvement in the 1996 shootdown of two…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 38 views
Jeff Bezos Is Right: Taxing Billionaires Won't Solve the Affordability Crisis
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Jeff Bezos Is Right: Taxing Billionaires Won't Solve the Affordability Crisis

Jeff Bezos argues that increasing taxes on the wealthy will not address America's affordability crisis. He emphasizes…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 44 views
The New York Times Sues Pentagon Over 'Retaliatory' Escort Requirement
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The New York Times Sues Pentagon Over 'Retaliatory' Escort Requirement

The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against the Pentagon over new press rules requiring reporters to be escorted by…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 35 views
How Tom Steyer Used His Money To Fuel Climate Hysteria
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How Tom Steyer Used His Money To Fuel Climate Hysteria

Tom Steyer has been accused of using his wealth to target climate researcher Roger Pielke Jr. for his views on climate…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 32 views
House Transportation Bill Eliminates Obscure Rule That Effectively Bans Driverless Trucks
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House Transportation Bill Eliminates Obscure Rule That Effectively Bans Driverless Trucks

The House Transportation Bill aims to eliminate a rule that has effectively banned driverless trucks by allowing…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 33 views
Britain Pressures Supermarkets To Cap Food Prices
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Britain Pressures Supermarkets To Cap Food Prices

The British government is considering asking supermarkets to freeze prices on essential food items to help alleviate…

5/20/2026 · 3 min read · 48 views
The U.S. Government's Shifting Excuses for Bombing a School in Iran
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The U.S. Government's Shifting Excuses for Bombing a School in Iran

The U.S. government has provided conflicting explanations for a missile strike that hit an elementary school in Minab,…

5/20/2026 · 4 min read · 39 views
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

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