Author Archives: University of Baltimore Law Review Staff

“When the US sneezes, the world catches a cold:” How the US Universal Periodic Review Withdrawal Spreads Isolationism and Weakens Human Rights Across the Globe.

*Taylor J. Smith What happens when a democratic country slides towards autocracy, blatantly violating human rights? Typically, certain mechanisms allow the international community to hold states accountable for wrongdoings.[1] However, the United States government took another step to avoid international cooperation by withdrawing from participating in the Universal Periodic Review (UPR).[2] No democratically elected governmentContinue reading ““When the US sneezes, the world catches a cold:” How the US Universal Periodic Review Withdrawal Spreads Isolationism and Weakens Human Rights Across the Globe.”

Before the Truth Puts on Its Shoes: The Cost of Free Speech in the Age of AI-Manipulated Political Ads

*Chauncey Bellamy I. Introduction A shirtless, raptor-riding, pistol-brandishing potential future United States president has found a way to stand out among his fellow 2028 shadow presidential candidates.[1] In August 2025, Tucker Carlson, Kid Rock, and an angelic Hulk Hogan gave him their blessing during a solemn prayer session.[2] The next day, he stared sternly fromContinue reading “Before the Truth Puts on Its Shoes: The Cost of Free Speech in the Age of AI-Manipulated Political Ads”

Are Family Homes Really Private?: A Look into CPS Investigations and the 4th Amendment

*Christina Han I. Introduction In New York City, Ronisha Ferguson, mother of three, suddenly heard loud banging on her door while waiting for her two sons to return from school.[1] Having an intricate history of dealing with the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS), she knew that the ones knocking on her door were, once again,Continue reading “Are Family Homes Really Private?: A Look into CPS Investigations and the 4th Amendment”

Gun Violence in Foreign Countries: Can U.S. Gun Manufacturers Be Held Liable?

*Mitchell Fair Mexico’s strict gun laws make it virtually impossible for criminals to obtain legally sourced firearms within the country.[1] The sole gun store  in Mexico, located on a military base in Mexico City, issues fewer than fifty gun permits a year.[2]  Despite its strict regulations, Mexico still ranks third for the most gun-related deathsContinue reading “Gun Violence in Foreign Countries: Can U.S. Gun Manufacturers Be Held Liable?”