Podcasts about state laws

On today's podcast, Executive Editor Natalie Orpett sits down with Liza Goitein and Joseph Nunn of the Liberty and Security Program at the Brennan Center, and Lawfare Senior Editor Loren Voss. They talk about the state laws governing the National Guard—what they allow, what they prohibit, and what it means for domestic deployments in the United States. What is the National Guard allowed to do, especially when operating in a hybrid status where the mission is defined by the president but the governor retains command and control? State laws are complex, varied, and sometimes facially unconstitutional. The Brennan Center recently published a compendium of those state laws at https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/state-and-territorial-laws-governing-national-guard. To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

General protections claims aren't just an issue for employers and employees—they can also arise in contractor relationships. However, the rights and protections available to independent contractors are not always the same.In this update, Jim Babalis and Tom Daly explore the limits of general protections claims for independent contractors, including when State laws may give rise to workplace rights under the Fair Work Act, the interaction between State and Federal legislation, and the key considerations for businesses engaging contractors.Watch this week’s Friday Workplace Briefing Video here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Madison startup that works on nuclear fusion is making a big announcement about its future. Democratic candidates for governor try to capitalize after Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez stumbles. Plus, in a bipartisan vote, Wisconsin elections officials say Elon Musk likely broke state laws in the 2025 Supreme Court election.

The new law (OH HB 492) does NOT give the police carte blanche to demand the passenger's ID without reason. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

An out-of-state anti-abortion group successfully lobbied to change Oklahoma law after it was rejected for public funding from a program to encourage women to keep their unplanned pregnancies.The Texas-based nonprofit Human Coalition lobbies for anti-abortion programs and gets millions of dollars in funding from other states.Mentioned in this episode:Social Media tags

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In Episode 219 of On The Delo, Delo sits down with Manny and Rick from Nightlife Security Consultants to expose the security failures, operational mistakes, and liability risks that cost bars, restaurants, and nightclubs hundreds of thousands of dollars every year. From a $248,000 lawsuit over an $8 bar tab to a man stabbed on a dance floor the night before his sister's wedding, this episode reveals what operators can do today to better protect their guests, employees, and business.With decades of combined experience in law enforcement, nightclub operations, hospitality security, expert witness testimony, and staff training, Manny and Rick have helped operators across the country reduce risk and build safer venues. Together, they break down the five areas where businesses get picked apart in litigation, why hiring the biggest guy isn't always the right move, how post-COVID nightlife is evolving, and what a well-run security operation actually looks like—from the front door to last call.Whether you're a bar owner, restaurant operator, nightclub manager, hospitality professional, insurance agent, or simply interested in hospitality leadership and risk management, this episode is packed with real-world stories and actionable insight.Chapter Guide (Timestamps):(0:40 - 3:10) Intro: Episode 219, Guests Manny & Rick, and San Diego Small Talk(3:11 - 7:26) Origin Story: Nightlife Security Consultants Founded in 1998(7:27 - 12:38) Rick's Background: 20 Years in Law Enforcement, MBA, PhD & Training Philosophy(12:39 - 16:36) State-by-State Laws, Dram Shop Preparation & the Five Areas of Litigation Research(16:37 - 22:02) Proactive Security, Patron Monitoring & the Puppy Analogy(22:03 - 26:21) Risk by Venue Type: Why Culture & Ownership Matter More Than the Concept(26:22 - 30:21) Hiring Smart: Background Checks, Team Diversity & Women in Security(30:22 - 35:29) Why Operators Don't Hire Help—and Who Does(35:30 - 40:00) Nightlife Trends: Post-COVID Habits, Day Drinking & the Gentleman's Club Pivot(40:01 - 45:01) Craziest Claim Stories: $248K Over an $8 Bar Tab & a Stabbing on the Dance Floor(45:02 - 51:12) Services: Training, Consulting, Policies, Major Incident Review & Expert Witness(51:13 - 58:19) Rapid Fire Questions & Outro

New State Law Could Create More Development in St. Johns County

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5pm - GUEST - BILL KIRK - WASHINGTON GUN LAW // Supreme Court upholds state laws banning transgender girls and women from school athletic teams // Supreme Court greenlights turning away asylum-seekers at the border // Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Bid to Curtail Birthright Citizenship // Supreme Court taking up case challenging Washington’s youth shelter, gender-affirming care law // Supreme Court accepts two consolidated assault weapons ban cases // Seattle dog voted best hotdog in America! // LETTERS

Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship under the Constitution's 14th Amendment, ruling unconstitutional President Donald Trump's Executive Order declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens; Supreme Court also rules that states may may ban transgender girls from participating in sports at publicly funded schools; U.S. House legislative business remains at a standstill with a handful of House Republicans refusing to let bills come up for debate and votes until the Senate passes the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote and restrict mail in ballots. Today those Republicans blocked the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA); Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urges oil and gas companies to lower their prices, now that the war with Iran is in the peace negotiating stage, echoing President Trump's posts, saying, 'we're watching'; First Congressional hearing today in 50 years on a former CIA program called MKUltra that experimented on human subjects with mind-control techniques and behavior-altering drugs; House passes a children's online safety bill, but it is different than what is being considered in the Senate; Rep. Tom Kean (R-NJ) says in a House floor speech that he has been away from Washington, DC for months because he was hospitalized with depression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the Supreme Court has dealt another setback to transgender Americans.

The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for July 1, 2026In a Surprising Pro-Voter Decision, the U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Mississippi's Five-Day Mail-In Ballot Grace Period After Election DayThe U.S. Supreme Court surprisingly upheld Mississippi's law allowing eligible mail-in ballots to be counted up to five days after election day.  The decision protects voters in the 29 states which allow receipt of absentee, mail-in, or overseas UOCAVA ballots after election day, if postmarked on or before that day.Some podcasting platforms strip out our links.  To read our resources and see the whole script of today's report, please go to our website at https://AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgToday's LinksArticles & Resources:U.S. Supreme Court - Opinion in Watson v Republican National CommitteeU.S. Supreme Court - Docket in Watson v Republican National CommitteeSCOTUSBlog - Justices uphold state law allowing for late-arriving mail-in ballotsBrennan Center for Justice -  Friend-of-the-Court Brief in Watson v. Republican National CommitteeNational Conference of State Legislatures - Receipt and Postmark Deadlines for Absentee/Mail Ballots Related ADM Reports:American Democracy Minute - March 23rd, U.S. Supreme Court Hears Mississippi Case Which Could Impact Mail-in Ballots in 14 or More StatesAmerican Democracy Minute - The Supreme Court's Conservatives Appear Likely to End Mail-In Ballot Grace Periods, Affecting Dozens of State Laws and Millions of VotersGroups Taking Action:Asian Americans Advancing Justice - AAJC,  ACLU MS, Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, Campaign Legal CenterRegister or Check Your Voter Registration:U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your StateFind all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.org#Democracy  #DemocracyNews #USSupremeCourt #SCOTUS #Mississippi #WatsonvRNC #MailInBallots

Heather Reichart of H&H Firearms on a new state law banning Glock-style guns in NYS full 193 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:56:00 +0000 f7WVTEGVbycWwtFQK4SGOo7BIxxPcCmI news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Heather Reichart of H&H Firearms on a new state law banning Glock-style guns in NYS Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News https://pla

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Municipalities and developers that want to take water from farmland and move it to cities have often left nothing but dust behind.

DOCKET ALERTS:   The lady who wore a penis costume to a No Kings protest in Fairhope, Alabama was acquitted of disturbing the peace.   DNI Tulsi Gabbard referred the Ukraine Whistleblower and former Intelligence Community Inspector General to the DOJ for criminal prosecution. Crime: TBD.   US Attorney for DC Jeanine Pirro continues to harass the Federal Reserve. This time she sent prosecutors to bang on the door demanding to inspect the ongoing renovations.   The Trump administration uses the threat of administrative sanctions to force changes it can't get from Congress or the courts. The Justice Department extorted $17 million from IBM — which just so happens to have billions of dollars in government contracts! — for committing DEI "fraud." And the FTC forced brand advisers to agree not to "discriminate" against conservative media outlets.   On a more positive note, a judge in Maryland continues to block the ICE facility being constructed in the state, and Judge Richard Leon put the kibosh on Trump's ballroom … again.   MAIN SHOW:   A jury slapped Live Nation and Ticket Master in the antitrust lawsuit filed in New York. The feds noped out two days into trial, but the states who picked up the baton and ran with it. The jurors found the company liable on all counts. We talk about the ins and outs of the decision and some pending legal questions still waiting for resolution.    We also break down a new lawsuit brought by a lawful resident of Maine with no criminal record who was seized by ICE during "Operation Catch of the Day" and brutalized. Can he sue under the Maine Civil Rights Act? And if so, is this a path forward for blue states to fill the gap left by inadequate federal laws?   Penis costume protester prevails in court https://www.courthousenews.com/penis-costume-protester-prevails-in-court/   Tulsi's "Criminal Referral" of the Ukraine Whistleblower and ICIG https://www.dni.gov/index.php/newsroom/press-releases/press-releases-2026/4154-pr-06-26   Prosecutors from Jeanine Pirro's office tried to access Federal Reserve headquarters, but were turned away https://www.cbsnews.com/news/prosecutors-jeanine-pirro-office-visit-federal-reserve-headquarters-jerome-powell/   Justice Department settles with IBM over alleged DEI practices https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/04/16/justice-department-settles-with-ibm-over-alleged-dei-practices/   Ad firms settle with Trump FTC over claims they boycotted conservative media https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/04/ad-firms-settle-with-trump-ftc-over-claims-they-boycotted-conservative-media   Maryland v. Mullin https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72313096/state-of-maryland-v-mullin   National Trust for Historic Preservation v. National Park Service https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72028010/national-trust-for-historic-preservation-in-the-united-states-v-national   US v. LiveNation [docket via CourtListener] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68557723/united-states-of-america-v-live-nation-entertainment-inc/?order_by=desc&page=1   Carvajal-Munoz v. Ravencamp [docket via CourtListener] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/73186770/carvajal-munoz-v-ravencamp/   Maine Civil Rights Act, 5 M.R.S. 4682 https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/5/title5sec4682.html   "State Law, the Westfall Act, and the Nature of the Bivens Question," [2013 U. Penn. L. Rev.] https://scholarship.law.georgetown.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1976&context=facpub   Show Links: https://www.lawandchaospod.com/ BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPod Threads: @LawAndChaosPod Twitter: @LawAndChaosPod

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The Southern California Association of Governments published its official map showing where buildings up to nine stories tall will be allowed under SB 79. An early look at the total number votes before tomorrow's primaries and what to do with your ballot. LA Rams are trading for pass rusher Myles Garrett from the Browns. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

Can you legally fly with medical marijuana? The answer is not as simple as most travelers would hope.In this episode of MX3 Podcast, we discuss the confusion around TSA rules, federal marijuana law, state medical marijuana policies, and what travelers may face when carrying cannabis through airports. We break down why the TSA's guidance can feel unclear, how state laws may complicate things once you land, and why travelers may still be taking a gamble.At MX3 Podcast, our mission is discussing money, motivation, and relevant events in a way that gets people thinking, talking, and asking better questions.What do you think? Should TSA have one clear national rule, or should marijuana travel rules depend on state law? Drop your thoughts in the comments.Visit us at www.mx3.vipLike, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don't miss future episodes from MX3 Podcast.Support the showMX3 Podcast on Youtubewww.youtube.com/@mx3podcastContact MX3 PodcastTweet us: @mx3podcastEmail us: info@mx3.vipLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-w-wright-9397b23a/Thanks for listening & keep on living your life the Wright way!

Montana's top law enforcement officer joined Vice President J.D. Vance for an anti-fraud roundtable this week. President Donald Trump earlier this year declared what he called a “full-scale war” on fraud in public benefit programs like Medicaid and nutrition assistance.

May 28, 2026- National Jewish Advocacy Center CEO Mark Goldfeder wants to write into state law a widely used, but controversial definition of antisemitism. We consider why a definition is needed in state law and what it should include.

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ICE arrests in the D.C. region have quadrupled since the Biden administration. For families with children, that surge is raising urgent questions about what happens when a parent gets picked up.

Leading up to the 250th anniversary of country, Dr. Murray Sabrin tells us why there are state laws as well as federal law and why most people identify with the state they live in instead of the United States as a country.

The new MN law (which is expected to be enacted shortly) reins in HOAs in a variety of good ways. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

May 6, 2026- State Sen. Zellnor Myrie, a Brooklyn Democrat, talks about updating New York's sex trafficking laws and hearing from victims of Jeffrey Epstein at a legislative committee meeting.

First, El Cajon is suing over a state law that prohibits state and local law enforcement from assisting with federal immigration enforcement. Next, the La Mesa City Council is holding off on a vote on an e-bike ban. And, how a nonprofit is trying to preserve farm land in the county. Then, a documentary about the toll gang laws have taken on San Diegans. Plus, how county libraries are marking America's 250th anniversary.

A WHRO investigation finds the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority gave associates of former executives contracts worth more than $1 million.

Homeschool vs traditional school: a former principal explains what helps kids learn (and what gets in the way).If your child is melting down after school, refusing to listen, or suddenly “shutting down” around learning, this conversation will likely hit close to home. We unpack what's really happening beneath behaviors like school resistance, emotional outbursts, and loss of motivation—and how factors like environment, pacing, and lack of autonomy can quietly overwhelm kids. Whether you're considering homeschooling or staying in the system, this episode gives you a clearer, research-informed lens on how kids actually learn and what they need to feel safe, engaged, and regulated.What You'll Learn: Why kids often fall apart after school (and what it says about their nervous system)  What “learning” is supposed to feel like for toddlers and young kids  How traditional classrooms can unintentionally block curiosity and independence  Simple ways to advocate for your child inside the school system  How to trust your child's pace without constant fear of them “falling behind” This episode is grounded in developmental psychology and real classroom experience—from a former teacher and principal who saw firsthand how the system works (and where it breaks down). The goal isn't to tell you what choice to make—it's to help you understand your child more clearly, reduce daily power struggles, and respond in ways that actually support long-term learning and emotional health.If you've ever second-guessed your parenting when your child resists school, or wondered if things could feel easier and more aligned, consider staying connected here. The more you understand what's driving your child's behavior, the more confident and calm you'll feel in those hard, everyday moments.Check out Mandy Davis' book: The Homeschool Bible: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners to Curriculum, Lesson Planning, State Laws, and Daily SchedulesSend us Fan MailSupport the showLinks to help you and me:To support the Podcast, Subscribe on SubstackGet Jon's Top Five Emotional Regulation GamesGet Jon's Book Punishment-Free Parenting Preorder Jon's Children's Book Set My Feelings FreeFollow Whole Parent on Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook, Youtube

In this episode Jeff tears apart the latest assassination attempt against Donald Trump and the staggering security failures that allowed it to happen. From an armed suspect getting dangerously close to the president to the laughable claims that the system “worked” Jeff explains why this was a complete disgrace and why the response afterward was even worse. Jeff then breaks down the war with Iran and how what started with clear objectives quickly unraveled. Bad advice, unrealistic expectations and a fundamental misunderstanding of the enemy have led to a situation where Iran is now dictating terms. Trump's focus on markets and public perception over actual victory has turned a position of strength into an avoidable mess. The bigger problem is what this moment represents. Jeff argues this was likely the last real chance to cripple the world's leading terror regime and instead the United States blinked. The result is a stronger more emboldened enemy and a future that looks far more dangerous than it needed to be. Receive new episodes directly in your inbox: https://beyondthelegallimit.com/subscribe

This week, Spotify is letting its users buy physical books. Plus, Amazon acquires the satellite service provide Globalstar. But first, state lawmakers in Illinois are considering a bill that says developers of large AI models can't be held liable for critical harms caused by those models, as long as the developer doesn't intentionally or recklessly cause the harm and has published a safety protocol on its website.A representative from OpenAI testified in favor of the bill; meanwhile, Wired reported this week that Anthropic is pushing for either major changes to the legislation, or for it to be killed completely. Marketplace's Stephanie Hughes spoke with Maria Curi, tech policy reporter at Axios, about all these headlines for this week's “Tech Bytes: Week in Review.”

This week, Spotify is letting its users buy physical books. Plus, Amazon acquires the satellite service provide Globalstar. But first, state lawmakers in Illinois are considering a bill that says developers of large AI models can't be held liable for critical harms caused by those models, as long as the developer doesn't intentionally or recklessly cause the harm and has published a safety protocol on its website.A representative from OpenAI testified in favor of the bill; meanwhile, Wired reported this week that Anthropic is pushing for either major changes to the legislation, or for it to be killed completely. Marketplace's Stephanie Hughes spoke with Maria Curi, tech policy reporter at Axios, about all these headlines for this week's “Tech Bytes: Week in Review.”

The lady who wore a penis costume to a No Kings protest in Fairhope, Alabama was acquitted of disturbing the peace.DNI Tulsi Gabbard referred the Ukraine Whistleblower and former Intelligence Community Inspector General to the DOJ for criminal prosecution. Crime: TBD.US Attorney for DC Jeanine Pirro continues to harass the Federal Reserve. This time she sent prosecutors to bang on the door demanding to inspect the ongoing renovations.The Trump administration uses the threat of administrative sanctions to force changes it can't get from Congress or the courts. The Justice Department extorted $17 million from IBM — which just so happens to have billions of dollars in government contracts! — for committing DEI “fraud.” And the FTC forced brand advisers to agree not to “discriminate” against conservative media outlets.On a more positive note, a judge in Maryland continues to block the ICE facility being constructed in the state, and Judge Richard Leon put the kibosh on Trump's ballroom … again.MAIN SHOW:A jury slapped Live Nation and Ticket Master in the antitrust lawsuit filed in New York. The feds noped out two days into trial, but the states who picked up the baton and ran with it. The jurors found the company liable on all counts. We talk about the ins and outs of the decision and some pending legal questions still waiting for resolution. We also break down a new lawsuit brought by a lawful resident of Maine with no criminal record who was seized by ICE during “Operation Catch of the Day” and brutalized. Can he sue under the Maine Civil Rights Act? And if so, is this a path forward for blue states to fill the gap left by inadequate federal laws?Penis costume protester prevails in courthttps://www.courthousenews.com/penis-costume-protester-prevails-in-court/Tulsi's “Criminal Referral” of the Ukraine Whistleblower and ICIGhttps://www.dni.gov/index.php/newsroom/press-releases/press-releases-2026/4154-pr-06-26Prosecutors from Jeanine Pirro's office tried to access Federal Reserve headquarters, but were turned awayhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/prosecutors-jeanine-pirro-office-visit-federal-reserve-headquarters-jerome-powell/Justice Department settles with IBM over alleged DEI practiceshttps://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/04/16/justice-department-settles-with-ibm-over-alleged-dei-practices/Ad firms settle with Trump FTC over claims they boycotted conservative mediahttps://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/04/ad-firms-settle-with-trump-ftc-over-claims-they-boycotted-conservative-mediaMaryland v. Mullinhttps://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72313096/state-of-maryland-v-mullinNational Trust for Historic Preservation v. National Park Servicehttps://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72028010/national-trust-for-historic-preservation-in-the-united-states-v-nationalUS v. LiveNation [docket via CourtListener]https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68557723/united-states-of-america-v-live-nation-entertainment-inc/?order_by=desc&page=1Carvajal-Munoz v. Ravencamp [docket via CourtListener]https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/73186770/carvajal-munoz-v-ravencamp/Maine Civil Rights Act, 5 M.R.S. 4682https://legislature.maine.gov/statutes/5/title5sec4682.html“State Law, the Westfall Act, and the Nature of the Bivens Question,” [2013 U. Penn. L. Rev.]https://scholarship.law.georgetown.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1976&context=facpubShow Links:https://www.lawandchaospod.com/BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPodThreads: @LawAndChaosPodTwitter: @LawAndChaosPodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With a new state law now in effect, vape vendors in Pennsylvania may only purchase products from certified manufacturers. Geisinger and Risant Health are asking the Pennsylvania Insurance Department to lower the amount of money they have to keep in reserves. That could give the health system access to another 100 million dollars. The state’s largest healthcare workers’ union wants to know what Geisinger will do with that money. Brown and rainbow trout were recently stocked in a section of the Conowingo Creek in Lancaster County to highlight stream restoration efforts. The project was supported by two state grant programs that reduce pollution, restore waterways and support healthier aquatic ecosystems. The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump’s war in Iran. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman was the only Democrat to vote against it. Two Philadelphia-area men pleaded not guilty to charges they brought homemade bombs to an anti-Muslim protest outside New York City’s mayor's home, in a failed attempt at a terror attack inspired by the Islamic State group. Lawmakers in the state House passed a package of gas safety bills in the wake of a deadly Berks County chocolate factory blast in 2023. And now it’s time for our weekly segment called The Bright Spot. Every Friday, I’ll share a positive news story that may have gotten lost amid this week's news cycle. Today’s bright spot is this: Earlier this week, Birdnote told the story of environmental advocate Rosalie Barrow Edge – who spearheaded the campaign to acquire and preserve Hawk Mountain and its birds of prey. It was the world’s first refuge for raptors – right here in Pennsylvania, in Berks County. If you're already a member of WITF's Sustaining Circle, you know how convenient it is to support programs like this. By increasing your monthly gift, you can help WITF close the budget gap left by the loss of federal funding. Visit us online at witf.org/increase or become a new Sustaining Circle member at www.witf.org/givenow to help build a sustainable future for WITF and public media. Thank you.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're talking about how a new law banning law enforcement from covering up their face in Oregon will actually work, why Amazon is paying a multi-million dollar settlement to Morrow County, and what happened with Multnomah County's inability to track how $150,000 worth of gift cards and cash incentives were distributed. Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are KBOO news director Althea Billings and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in today's episode: 18 Oregon license plate designs, ranked [Oregonian] Will officers wearing masks get arrested in Oregon? Here's how the state's new legislation will work [Oregonian] Amazon will pay $20.5 million to settle Oregon data center pollution allegations [Oregonian] Multnomah County still can't say where $150,000 in gift cards, other incentives went [Oregonian] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: D'Amore Law International School of Portland YMCA of the Columbia Willamette Neo Home Loans

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If you're curious about how the law works behind the scenes, why this case matters for free speech, and what the Supreme Court's decision could mean going forward, stick around for the breakdown right here on Lawyer Talk.Welcome back to Lawyer Talk. I'm Steve Palmer, and today I'm breaking down one of the hottest Supreme Court cases out there: Chiles v. Salazar. Everyone's been talking about Colorado's law banning conversion therapy, the constitutional debates it set off, and all the political banter that comes with it. But on this episode, I'm cutting through the noise to look at what this case really means from a lawyer's perspective.I'll walk you through how this case landed in front of the Supreme Court, the legal hurdles and arguments both sides faced, and what makes the ruling so significant—not just for the political headlines, but for anyone who cares about free speech and First Amendment rights.Along the way, I'll explain how courts actually judge laws that touch on constitutional freedoms, break down the difference between rational basis and strict scrutiny, and highlight why this Court's decision matters to all of us.3 key takeaways from the case:Strict Scrutiny Reigns: When laws touch on free speech—even in professional settings like therapy—courts should apply strict scrutiny. That means the government needs a compelling reason to regulate, and the law must be as narrowly tailored as possible, as discussed at 08:15.Content-Based Regulation Is Dangerous: Colorado's law allowed affirming one viewpoint (supporting gender transition) but banned therapists from supporting the opposite. The Supreme Court made it clear that picking and choosing which viewpoints are allowed is “the worst of all” under the First Amendment at 13:04.You Can't Just Relabel Speech as Conduct: Lower courts tried to justify the law by calling talk therapy “professional conduct” instead of speech. The Supreme Court wasn't buying it—regulation of talk is still regulation of speech (10:15).Submit your questions to www.lawyertalkpodcast.com.Recorded at Channel 511.Stephen E. Palmer, Esq. has been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively since 1995. He has represented people in federal, state, and local courts in Ohio and elsewhere.Though he focuses on all areas of criminal defense, he particularly enjoys complex cases in state and federal courts.He has unique experience handling and assembling top defense teams of attorneys and experts in cases involving allegations of child abuse (false sexual allegations, false physical abuse allegations), complex scientific cases involving allegations of DUI and vehicular homicide cases with blood alcohol tests, and any other criminal cases that demand jury trial experience.Steve has unique experience handling numerous high publicity cases that have garnered national attention.For more information about Steve and his law firm, visit Palmer Legal Defense. Copyright 2026 Stephen E. Palmer - Attorney At LawMentioned in this episode:Circle 270 Media Podcast ConsultantsCircle 270 Media® is a podcast consulting firm based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in helping businesses develop, launch, and optimize podcasts as part of their marketing strategy. The firm emphasizes the importance of storytelling through podcasting to differentiate businesses and engage with their audiences effectively. www.circle270media.com

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