

How nuts is Utah’s land grab lawsuit? We ask law professor John Leshy
Aug 29, 2024
In this engaging discussion, John Leshy, a law professor emeritus and former Solicitor of the U.S. Department of the Interior, delves into Utah's bold lawsuit against the federal government for control of over 18 million acres of public land. He unpacks the state's legal arguments, noting their likelihood of failing in court. Leshy critically analyzes the constitutional implications, particularly the property clause and the Antiquities Act, while shedding light on the financial burdens of such legal pursuits. A deep dive into land ownership and federal management unfolds!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Utah's Public Lands Legal Battle
02:29 • 22min
The Constitutional Debate Over Federal Land and the Property Clause
24:08 • 4min
Examining Legal Theories in Utah's Land Grab Lawsuit
28:38 • 4min
Financial Impacts and Legal Pathways in Utah's Land Grab Lawsuit
32:15 • 5min