New on the UC Law Review Blog, Brookelynn Stone discusses how the “American Dream” of homeownership is increasingly out of reach for many Americans as housing costs surge nationwide. She examines how Idaho’s recent legislation seeks to restore affordability and whether state intervention is necessary when local zoning boards fail to act.
In this article, Nathan Steineker analyzes how the Supreme Court’s forthcoming decision in Anderson v. Intel Corp. and the Department of Labor’s Proposed Rule may jointly reshape ERISA fiduciary standards and expand the use of alternative investments in defined contribution plans.
Jack Frischen examines the Trump Administration’s involvement with CBS Broadcasting and how it likely amounts to intentional censorship of their competing views by use of antiquated laws and bullying tactics
Stella Brocker explores how the repeal of the endangerment finding may open the door to public nuisance claims against power companies. This action was previously barred by the 2011 Supreme Court decision in American Electric Power Co. v. Connecticut, which held that the EPA’s Endangerment Finding formed part of a congressional statutory scheme that displaced federal public nuisance claims. She argues that in the absence of this statutory scheme, these claims should now be able to proceed in federal court, allowing injured parties an opportunity to seek relief from those who are largely responsible for the emissions contributing to climate change.
Josh Smith explores the growing tension between presidential self-promotion and the law governing America’s public lands. Using the Trump Administration’s placement of presidential imagery on national park passes as a case study, this Article analyzes whether politicizing public lands exceeds statutory authority and erodes the constitutional norm of politically neutral governance.
Devin Scarborough examines the recent structural, regulatory, and political changes in the Food and Drug Administration brought on by the second term of the Trump administration. She argues that the Trump administration’s modifications have substantially weakened the FDA’s ability to protect the health of the American public by diminishing its ability to conduct sufficient research and implement necessary protections. She further analyzes the rising levels of foodborne illnesses that have coincided with FDA staffing cuts and decreases in food safety oversight, along with the increased risks associated with drug deregulation and political pressures within the agency. Ultimately, she concludes that the FDA’s institutional integrity and its ability to protect public health will continue to erode unless substantial corrective measures are taken.
In this article, Michelle L. Hampton explores a muted victory in a significant historical case involving a federal agency and its racial discrimination in employment practices. This article acknowledges the ruling's implications and predicts possible ripple effects for minority employees and employers.
In this article, Elias Aidun examines the Supreme Court’s recent decision in City and County of San Francisco v. EPA and its impact on the Clean Water Act, exploring what this ruling means for the future of water regulation in the U.S.
In this article, Katerina Fernandez examines how the legal challenges against the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) access to federal data test the limits of the Privacy Act of 1974 and executive power. The article explores the lawsuits filed against the DOGE and analyzes whether the Privacy Act can effectively restrict government agencies from sharing sensitive data.
In this article, Autumn Christafore discusses the issues and arguments presented in Texas v. Becerra, and explores the potential motives behind the lawsuit.
