RFK Jr. Institutes Backdoor Approval of 6 Peptides
https://reason.com/2026/10/29/rfk-jr-institutes-backdoor-approval-of-6-peptides/
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RFK Jr. Institutes Backdoor Approval of 6 Peptides
A major win for peptide proponents and health freedom—and hints that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may be frustrated with the FDA's slow pace.
Rep. Steve Cohen Thinks the DEA Shouldn't Be Practicing Medicine
https://reason.com/2026/10/29/rep-steve-cohen-thinks-the-dea-shouldnt-be-practicing-medicine/
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Rep. Steve Cohen Thinks the DEA Shouldn't Be Practicing Medicine
The Tennessee congressman introduced a proposed overhaul of the Controlled Substances Act, challenging decades of misguided assumptions.
Utah Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi Co-Founders
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Utah Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi Co-Founders
The state filed 14 criminal counts against Kalshi and its co-founders after an undercover agent wagered $114.87 on sporting events.
Trump's Claims About Noncitizen Voting Are 'Not Credible,' a Federal Judge Says in a Scathing Decision
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Trump's Claims About Noncitizen Voting Are 'Not Credible,' a Federal Judge Says in a Scathing Decision
Judge David O. Carter rejected the DOJ's demand that California officials segregate ballots from 20,000 voters it describes as 'likely noncitizens.'
Trump's Latest Attempt To Salvage the Midterms: Bribe and Extort the Voters
https://reason.com/2026/10/29/trumps-latest-attempt-to-salvage-the-midterms-bribe-and-extort-the-voters/
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Trump's Latest Attempt To Salvage the Midterms: Bribe and Extort the Voters
In the campaign season's closing days, Trump has made a number of other threats and offers, contingent on his party's success.
Even "Trumpy Judges" and "Woke Judges" Might Know More Law Than You Do
https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/29/even-trumpy-judges-and-woke-judges-might-know-more-law-than-you-do/
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Even "Trumpy Judges" and "Woke Judges" Might Know More Law Than You Do
I appreciate that many people are skeptical about judges. Indeed, it's good that people take with a grain of salt...
You Can See Everything, Halloween Costumes, Mary Peltola
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'You Can See Everything,' Halloween costumes, Mary Peltola
Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi sport their Halloween costumes while reviewing Nathan Fielder's new documentary, 'You Can See Everything.'
Creating Voter Confusion About Candidates' Names is Bad - But Exploiting Voter Ignorance About Policy Issues is a Much Bigger Problem
https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/29/creating-voter-confusion-about-candidates-names-is-bad-but-exploiting-voter-ignorance-about-policy-issues-is-a-much-bigger-problem/
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Creating Voter Confusion About Candidates' Names is Bad - But Exploiting Voter Ignorance About Policy Issues is a Much Bigger Problem
Democrats' apparent effort to confuse Alaska voters about candidates' names is reprehensible. But politicians' routine lying and exploitation of ignorance about policy issues is much worse.
Law Banning Employer Requirements That Employees Listen to Employer's Religious or Political Speech Likely Violates Employer's First Amendment Rights
https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/29/law-banning-employer-requirements-that-employees-listen-to-employers-religious-or-political-speech-likely-violates-employers-first-amendment-rights/
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Law Banning Employer Requirements That Employees Listen to Employer's Religious or Political Speech Likely Violates Employer's…
So a Ninth Circuit panel held today.
Supreme Court Clerks Who Become Law Professors (2012-2026)
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Supreme Court Clerks Who Become Law Professors (2012-2026)
Yesterday, I wrote about the lateral hiring market. Here, I want to focus on the entry-level hiring market. Since 2012,...
Review: House of the Dragon and the Pursuit of Political Power
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Review: House of the Dragon and the Pursuit of Political Power
The 'Game of Thrones' prequel is a show about managerial leadership.
Today in Supreme Court History: October 30, 1735
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Today in Supreme Court History: October 30, 1735
10/30/1735: President John Adams's birthday.
Breach of Denmark's National ID System Demonstrates the Risks of a 'Papers, Please' Society
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Breach of Denmark's National ID System Demonstrates the Risks of a 'Papers, Please' Society
Denmark's breach exposed the personal records of 8.8 million people, highlighting the security risks of centralized government databases.
California Voters Have a Chance To Address the State's Broken Environmental Regulations
https://reason.com/2026/10/30/california-voters-have-a-chance-to-fix-the-states-broken-environmental-regulations/
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California Voters Have a Chance To Address the State's Broken Environmental Regulations
The California Environmental Quality Act has led to long delays, enormous costs, and special interests stopping projects they dislike.
Massachusetts Voters Don't Seem Inclined To Repeal Marijuana Legalization Next Week
https://reason.com/2026/10/30/massachusetts-voters-dont-seem-inclined-to-repeal-marijuana-legalization-next-week/
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Massachusetts Voters Don't Seem Inclined To Repeal Marijuana Legalization Next Week
Polls suggest support for a legal recreational market has increased since voters approved it a decade ago.
Data Center Bans Won't Stop AI. They'll Barely Slow It Down.
https://reason.com/2026/10/30/data-center-bans-wont-stop-ai-theyll-barely-slow-it-down/
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Data Center Bans Won't Stop AI. They'll Barely Slow It Down.
Even still, data center moratoriums are not an optimal policy for the pro-AI camp.
10-Year "Harassment"/"Stalking" Sentence for Repeatedly Criticizing Police Detective Violated First Amendment, Amicus Brief Argues
https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/30/10-year-harassment-stalking-sentence-for-repeatedly-criticizing-police-detective-violated-first-amendment-amicus-brief-argues/
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10-Year "Harassment"/"Stalking" Sentence for Repeatedly Criticizing Police Detective Violated First Amendment, Amicus Brief Argues
I was delighted to sign on to this brief in State v. McMenamy (Mo. Ct. App.) just filed by the...
Discovery Sanctions Recommended in "Are You a Jew? … Are You a Zionist?" Case
https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/30/discovery-sanctions-recommended-in-are-you-a-jew-are-you-a-zionist-case/
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Discovery Sanctions Recommended in "Are You a Jew? … Are You a Zionist?" Case
The factual allegations, from a Sept. 2025 decision in the case by Judge Susan Illston (N.D. Cal.) (the case is...