In this episode of The Lunch Hour with Federal Newswire, host Andrew Langer sits down with Professor Donald Kochan of the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University. They explore why property rights form the foundation of a free and prosperous society, how regulatory takings impact individual autonomy, and what the legal implications are for recent lawsuits against oil companies in Louisiana.
Professor Kochan breaks down the concept of "involuntary regulatory servitude," the role of third-party litigation financing—including foreign influence—and how courts can sometimes undermine economic development through retroactive liability.
🎙️ Topics Discussed:
- The foundational role of property rights in society
- Regulatory overreach and due process
- Economic impact of property law on tribal lands
- Louisiana lawsuits and retroactive environmental liability
- Third-party litigation funding and national security risks
