Constitutional LawFeaturedFourth AmendmentImmigration
February 17, 2026By Leah Llobell
In recent years, Immigration and Customs Enforcements (“ICE”) officers have become far more prevalent across the United States.[i] Media coverage routinely shows videos and photographs of immigration arrests and raids on businesses.[ii] This widespread coverage often prompts the same question amongst the public: why don’t ICE agents identify themselves? Although ICE agents frequently wear masks, […]
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Constitutional LawCriminal LawDeath PenaltyFeatured
February 11, 2026By Marcela Rivera
Over twenty years ago, the Supreme Court held that the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition on cruel and unusual punishment forbade states from executing individuals with intellectual disabilities.[i] In Atkins v. Virginia, the Court issued a landmark ruling recognizing that diminished culpability, the absence of meaningful deterrence, and an increased risk of wrongful execution render capital punishment […]
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Constitutional LawFeaturedFourth Amendment
October 7, 2025By April Sanchez
The Fourth Amendment is one the most recognizable parts of the U.S. Constitution. People are generally aware that police cannot search or seize them without a warrant or probable cause. While most residents of the U.S. may not fully understand the nuances of what “probable cause” entails or what is included in a warrant, there […]
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Constitutional LawFeaturedSixth Amendment
October 2, 2025By Crystal Couso
The recently concluded trial of popular rapper Cardi B brought into focus a pressing challenge for modern courts. Far from being mere celebrity drama, the trial showcased how social media can upend the seriousness of judicial proceedings. Throughout the trial, snippets of Cardi B’s testimony went viral across several social media platforms. Questions about her […]
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