The current political climate reverberates with talks of impeachment. A certain argument circulating, it seems, focuses on President Biden’s lineage. Are we really scrutinizing Biden’s family tree as a basis for his impeachment? Jonathan Turley certainly seems to be making such a case in his recent analytical line of questioning surrounding Biden’s great-great-grandfather. It’s safe to say such suggestions hint towards an attenuated pipeline to impeachment.
In other news, we are awaiting an imminent launch of a judge rating database. The aim is to improve judicial accountability, and the platform expects to go live in a month. This project is led by the Legal Accountability Project and promises a platform where clerks can, in fact, rate judges.
Turning the lens onto legal pop culture, it appears that Kim Kardashian might be reconsidering her legal aspirations. Rumors suggest she is giving up on her dream of becoming a lawyer, much to fans’ disappointment.
In the educational sphere, the spotlight revolves around online Juris Doctor (JD) programs, a growing trend in the midst of our new normal. If you’re a part of this digital wave, you might want to see if your program comes under the top listings. Is your JD program worth its salt? It might be worth your while to check the list.
Lastly, a name that’s been making the rounds in legal circles is Tish James. Judging by the current scoreboard, it appears she is leading by quite a margin. It will be interesting to see how this plays out over time.