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In the News: Hank Shea Discusses DOJ Probe and Legal Precedent
In the NewsHank Shea, senior distinguished fellow at the University of St. Thomas School of Law and a fellow with the Holloran Center and the Initiative on Restorative Justice and Healing, co-authored a Minnesota Star Tribune commentary about the U.S. Department of Justice’s investigation into Minnesota officials who have publicly opposed federal immigration enforcement. From the Op-Ed:On…
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In the News: Julie Jonas on Don Lemon Arrest and the First Amendment
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas Law Professor Julie Jonas spoke with multiple new outlets about the federal arrest of former CNN anchor Don Lemon, calling it an attack on the free press. Jonas said the federal government’s use of the FACE Act against journalists covering St. Paul protests raises concerns over the First Amendment. From the Minnesota Star Tribune:Julie Jonas, a law professor at the… -
In the News: Jena Zangs on AI Chatbots in Higher Education
In the NewsJena Zangs, chief data and analytics officer at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with University Business examining the rapid rise of AI chatbot use among college administrators. Zangs emphasized that while chatbots can help leaders work more efficiently, institutions must remain cautious about data security, privacy protections and the limits of relying on AI… -
In the News: Alum John Schneider '93 Empowers Seattle Seahawks Success
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas alumnus John Schneider was recently mentioned in The Seattle Times and The Athletic ahead of Super Bowl LX. During the 2025 season, before the Seattle Seahawks’ NFC Championship win, the Seahawks had a resurgence, a turnaround Schneider attributed to his vision, a focused rebuilding effort, and dynamic play on the field. He also credits… -
In the News: Virgil Wiebe on Federal Judge’s Order Limiting ICE Detentions
In the NewsA federal judge has ordered the immediate release of lawful refugees detained by ICE in Minnesota. Speaking with KSTP, University of St. Thomas law professor Virgil Wiebe explained that the ruling affirms refugees’ legal right to remain in the United States and bars federal agents from detaining individuals who have not been charged with a… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Pardons, Loyalty and Power
In the NewsMark Osler, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law and a former federal prosecutor, spoke with USA TODAY about President Donald Trump’s expansive use of presidential clemency during his second term, offering legal and historical context for how the pardon power is being used and what it signals about executive authority. From the story:… -
In the News: Mark Osler on Judicial Oversight of ICE
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law professor Mark Osler spoke with the Associated Press analyzing the growing conflict between federal courts and Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as Chief U.S. District Judge Patrick Schiltz ordered ICE leadership to explain repeated noncompliance with court orders. Osler, a former federal prosecutor, explained that the dispute underscores fundamental… -
In the News: Rachel Moran on Accountability in ICE Shootings and Arrests
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Law professor Rachel Moran appeared across multiple local outlets, including Axios, FOX 9 and WCCO, as Minnesota officials pursued extraordinary legal measures to preserve evidence and assert state authority following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents. Moran addressed concerns about federal noncompliance with court orders, patterns… -
In the News: St. Thomas Hockey Climbs Into National Rankings
AthleticsThe University of St. Thomas men’s hockey team was featured by Sports Illustrated’s Puck Drop for its continued rise in the national college hockey rankings during the 2025–26 season. The Tommies, who have won 10 straight games and sit atop the CCHA standings, climbed to No. 15 in both major polls and No. 11 in the National Collegiate… -
In the News: Mark Osler on the DOJ’s Investigation Into Minnesota Elected Officials
In the NewsMark Osler, professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law and a former federal prosecutor, spoke to MPR News host Nina Moini about the DOJ’s investigation into top Minnesota elected officials. Osler explains the nature of federal subpoenas and address the politicization of the DOJ. From the story: Well, it’s not unusual for…