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Leading Climate Attorney Joins Harvard Board, Paving the Way for Sustainable Innovation

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BOSTON — A leading attorney specializing in climate change litigation has been elected to the board of Harvard University, enhancing the institution’s commitment to addressing environmental challenges. The election of this prominent figure is expected to bolster discussions surrounding climate policy and sustainability at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. The selected lawyer has extensive experience representing states, cities, and non-governmental organizations in complex legal matters related to climate change. This appointment reflects a growing recognition among educational institutions of the critical role they play in combating environmental issues. Harvard’s board consists of influential … Read more

Harvard Welcomes Kannon K. Shanmugam: Prominent Republican Attorney and SCOTUS Veteran Joins University’s Governing Board

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Cambridge, Massachusetts — Kannon K. Shanmugam, a distinguished appellate attorney with notable Republican affiliations, has been appointed to the Harvard Corporation, effective July 1. The announcement was made on Thursday by the University, confirming his election by the Corporation and subsequent approval by the Board of Overseers. Shanmugam will take over the position from Theodore V. Wells Jr., who has served for over 12 years. He will join biochemist Richard P. Lifton as a new member of the Corporation this summer. Currently a partner at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison, Shanmugam previously held a … Read more

DOJ Sues North Carolina Election Board Over Voter Registration Compliance Ahead of Crucial Midterms

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RALEIGH, N.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice has initiated a federal lawsuit against North Carolina’s election officials, alleging violations of federal election laws related to the voter registration process. Filed on Tuesday, the complaint contends that state authorities have not ensured that voter registration applications adhere to necessary identification requirements. The lawsuit seeks a court order to compel the North Carolina election board to take prompt action to address the issue, especially as local elections are set to begin in September. The suit highlights growing concerns over election integrity amid scrutiny from both state … Read more

"Legal Triumph: Jury Rules in Favor of Former Teacher Phil Eisenstein, Dismantling Atlantic City Board of Education’s Allegations"

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Atlantic City, New Jersey — After more than a decade of legal battles, a jury in Atlantic County has ruled in favor of former teacher Phil Eisenstein against the Atlantic City Board of Education. The verdict marks a significant moment in a long-standing conflict that has drawn public interest and scrutiny. Superintendent La’Quetta Small, who was present throughout the trial, faced a significant blow with the jury’s decision. This ruling is the culmination of a case in which the Atlantic City Schools allegedly sought to undermine Eisenstein. The board’s attempts to dismiss and defeat his … Read more