ACS Minneapolis-St. Paul: Has the Eighth Circuit Eviscerated the Voting Rights Act? Implications and What’s Next

Please join the Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York and Washington State Chapters for a lively discussion of the Eighth Circuit’s recent decision holding that the there is no private right of action under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. Our distinguished panel will discuss the case, its implications, and where we go from here to protect voting rights in the courts.

Featuring:

David Lillehaug, Senior Counsel, Fredrikson & Byron; Former Minnesota Supreme Court, Justice Member; ACS Minneapolis-St. Paul Lawyer Chapter Board of Advisors

Jeff Justman, Partner, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP; Member, ACS Minneapolis-St. Paul Lawyer Chapter Board of Advisor

David McKinney, Attorney, ACLU of Minnesota

Moderated by:

Rachel Kitze Collins, Partner, Lockridge Grindal Nauen PLLP; Member, ACS Minneapolis-St. Paul Lawyer Chapter Board of Directors

1 hr MN CLE credit approved.

Paths to the Bench

Temple Law ACS will be hosting the Hon. Mia Perez and the Hon. L. Felipe Restrepo to discuss career paths to the bench, clerking, and the state of the federal judiciary with Zachary Gima, Vice President for Strategic Engagement at the American Constitution Society.

Chevron Defense on Trial: How the Supreme Court Could Reshape Administrative Law This Term

The Boyd Federalist Society, American Constitution Society, Immigrant Rights Coalition, and the Environmental Law Society will be collaborating to host a panel on "Chevron Defense on Trial: How the Supreme Court Could Reshape Administrative Law This Term." This will be an insightful panel discussion exploring the significant case of Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and its potential implications on the established Chevron Defense.

Professor Christopher J. Walker is renowned for his expertise in administrative law. Professor Walker will delve into the ramifications of the case on administrative law as a whole. He will shed light on how overturning or modifying the Chevron Defense might reshape the relationship between agencies and the courts and what this means for the future of administrative decisions.

Professor Michael Kagan is a leading voice in immigration law. Professor Kagan will discuss the potential ripple effects of Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo on immigration statutes and practices. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how changes in administrative deference could impact immigration policies, rulings, and interpretations.

Professor David Sandino will bring into focus the potential impact on environmental law. Professor Sandino will explore the possible consequences of the case on environmental regulations and protections. He will highlight how shifts in the Chevron Defense might influence environmental decision-making and the balance of power between agencies and the judiciary.

This discussion will illuminate the potential impact of Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo depending on the Supreme Court's decision and the ripple effect it can have on administrative law, immigration law, and environmental law.

On the Ballot: Trump v. Anderson and the 2024 Election

American Constitution Society (ACS) at NYU is pleased to have: Professor Richard H. Pildes (NYU Law), Professor Samuel Issacharoff (NYU Law), and Professor Andrea Katz (Washington University School of Law) to help us unpack Trump v. Anderson.

The Supreme Court heard arguments on Trump v. Anderson on Feb. 8th to consider whether the Colorado Supreme Court erred in ruling to exclude former President Donald Trump from the 2024 presidential primary ballot. American Constitution Society (ACS) at NYU is pleased to welcome Professor Richard Pildes (NYU Law), Professor Samuel Issacharoff (NYU Law), and Professor Andrea Katz (Washington University School of Law) to help us unpack the insurrection clause of the Constitution, the role of the Congress and the states, and what this means for the upcoming election.