Green Law News

The Court’s Role in a Tumultuous Political Landscape In recent times, the dialogue between the nation’s highest court and the executive branch has become more charged than ever. A recent guest essay from a former judge sparked discussion when it claimed that a stern rebuke from the Supreme Court could cripple President Trump’s tenure and […] More

A Conservative Giant’s New Rationale for Upholding Youth Firearm Restrictions Recent developments in federal appellate decisions have sparked a renewed debate on age-based firearm restrictions, with an 8–4 ruling from the 11th Circuit Court challenging prevailing trends. In a move that promises to set the stage for future Supreme Court discussions, Chief Judge William Pryor […] More

The Controversial Appeal: A Closer Look The recent emergency appeal filed with the Supreme Court by Trump administration lawyers has thrown a spotlight on the legal system’s tangled issues surrounding birthright citizenship. At the center of this controversy is not only a contentious executive order but also a procedural request that could create confusing bits […] More

US Supreme Court Restitution Case: A Closer Look at Looted Art and Legal Battles The reopening of the case involving Camille Pissarro’s masterpiece, “Rue Saint-Honoré in the Afternoon, Effect of Rain,” by the US Supreme Court has sparked renewed debate over the tangled issues of art restitution and legal jurisdiction. This case, which centers on […] More

Federal Weather Service Layoffs: Examining the Legal and Public Safety Implications The recent reports of potential layoffs within the National Weather Service (NWS) have raised significant questions not only about the operational capacity of a federal agency but also about the legal frameworks guiding such personnel decisions. As layoffs and job cuts continue to make […] More

US Forest Service’s Role in Handling the Armstrong Fire Incident The Armstrong Fire incident in Western North Carolina serves as a striking example of how local and federal agencies work together to manage a wildfire. In this opinion piece, we take a closer look at how the U.S. Forest Service, along with several local fire […] More

Texas Death-Row DNA Testing and Legal Twists: A Critical Review The recent case before the Supreme Court brings to light several tangled issues in the American legal system. In a decision that could have far-reaching legal repercussions, Texas death-row inmate Ruben Gutierrez is seeking post-conviction DNA testing that he claims would demonstrate his lack of […] More

Tragic Ends: Unraveling the Tangled Issues of a Hungarian National’s Alleged Murders in Miami In the ever-evolving landscape of legal news, the shocking spate of crimes allegedly committed by a Hungarian national in Miami is a recent headline that has gripped the nation. Before we dive in, let’s briefly revisit the details of the case. […] More

Strengthening the Shield: Expanding Sexual Assault Prevention Addressing The Tangled Issues of Sexual Assault The interconnected, gives-you-a-headache realm of sexual assault within the military, specifically focusing on structures designed to tackle this oppressively overwhelming issue, is no place for the faint-hearted. However, this is where we find ourselves today; throwing light on the often under-discussed […] More

A Closer Look at the Shake-Up at the National Archives and Administrative Upheaval Under Donald Trump Take a step back and you would see a larger picture, featuring not just a historical institution in the throes of change, but also a known political figure exerting significant influence over that change. This latest blow to the […] More

The Turbulent Confirmation of Tulsi Gabbard The halls of political power in the United States recently saw their share of nerve-racking drama as the Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as the country’s top intelligence official. For some, it was a move welcomed with esteemed aplomb, an intelligent, balanced choice in the landscape of leadership. By others, […] More

Navigating the Web of Current Events: A Neutral Perspective From the massive crackdown by ICE in Aurora, to the political fallout over Elon Musk and DOGE, the last few weeks have been chock-full of events that would leave even the most skilled navigator’s head spinning. In this opinion piece, we pull out the map and […] More