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?”

Interpreting our Digital Hieroglyphs: Emojis on Trial

*Alexander Robinson I. Introduction In March 2021, a Canadian farmer discussed selling eighty-seven metric tons of flax with a grain buyer.[1] The farmer texted the buyer a photo of the written contract with the words “[p]lease confirm flax contract,” to which the buyer replied with the message “👍.”[2] The flax shipment never arrived and theContinue reading “Interpreting our Digital Hieroglyphs: Emojis on Trial”

Federal Price Gouging Ban: A Feasible Solution or Wishful Thinking?

*Jacob Rabinovich I. Introduction In late 2024, in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, approximately 1,200 price gouging complaints were filed across four states.[1] Victims of natural disasters claim business owners and corporation excessively raised the prices of commodities and services like gasoline, groceries, hotels, and repair services.[2] Determining whether consumers face increased pricesContinue reading “Federal Price Gouging Ban: A Feasible Solution or Wishful Thinking?”