Strict Scrutiny Boy Math, Boy Law, Man Problems
Nov 24, 2025
Jill Hasday, a University of Minnesota law professor and author of 'We the Men', joins the conversation to explore the often-overlooked struggles of women in legal history. She discusses the erasure and distortion of women's contributions and how historical narratives can falsely proclaim equality. Hasday highlights the importance of memorializing women's achievements to influence contemporary politics and advocates for ongoing grassroots resistance. She also sheds light on remarkable unsung fighters like Anne Davideau, who challenged outdated laws.
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D.C. Grand Jury Loophole
- D.C.'s unique legal status may allow local grand juries to produce indictments usable by federal prosecutors.
- Judge Jeb Boesberg warned Congress, not courts, must fix this potential federal grand jury loophole.
Contempt Probe Back On Track
- Judge Boesberg reopened contempt proceedings tied to the Alien Enemies Act and will subpoena DOJ personnel.
- He emphasized urgency, saying justice requires him to move quickly after long delay.
Guard Deployment Found Likely Unlawful
- A federal judge temporarily blocked keeping over 2,000 National Guard troops in D.C., finding the deployment likely unlawful.
- The judge paused the order three weeks to let the administration remove or appeal, stressing home-rule concerns.
