Clarence Thomas

Torridon Law PLLC Announces Major Expansion

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

In private practice, Philbin spent over fifteen years as a litigation partner at a major international law firm.

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  • In private practice, Philbin spent over fifteen years as a litigation partner at a major international law firm.
  • She was a tenured professor at Syracuse University College of Law and a visiting scholar at the Georgetown University Law Center.
  • Before his time in public service, he represented clients at a major international law firm.
  • After his clerkship, he worked as a Constitutional Law Fellow at the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty.

FOX News Channel to Debut New Primetime Lineup on July 17th

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Monday, June 26, 2023

FOX News Channel (FNC) will debut a new primetime lineup on July 17th, announced Suzanne Scott, CEO of FOX News Media.

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  • FOX News Channel (FNC) will debut a new primetime lineup on July 17th, announced Suzanne Scott, CEO of FOX News Media.
  • In making the announcement, Scott said, “FOX News Channel has been America’s destination for news and analysis for more than 21 years and we are thrilled to debut a new lineup.
  • An iconic part of FNC’s primetime lineup since the network launched in 1996, Sean Hannity will remain in his 9 PM/ET timeslot with Hannity.
  • FNC’s Trace Gallagher will close out the network’s primetime coverage at 11 PM/ET with newscast FOX News @ Night.

New York County Lawyers Association Announces Report Calling for SCOTUS Code of Ethics

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

New York, New York, April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of the New York County Lawyers Association voted unanimously last night to approve a report calling for the Supreme Court of the United States to adopt a Code of Ethics.

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  • New York, New York, April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of the New York County Lawyers Association voted unanimously last night to approve a report calling for the Supreme Court of the United States to adopt a Code of Ethics.
  • The report was prepared by the Association’s Task Force on the Supreme Court and can be accessed here .
  • “The Supreme Court is the only federal court in the land which is not subject to a Code of Ethics, and it is time for that to change, “ said Vincent Chang, NYCLA’s President.
  • To help restore confidence, the Supreme Court should subject itself to a Code of Ethics.

In Memoriam -- William S. Consovoy

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Consovoy McCarthy PLLC's founding partner, Will Consovoy, died last night.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Consovoy McCarthy PLLC's founding partner, Will Consovoy, died last night.
  • And he was widely respected throughout the legal world for his unique skill as a litigation strategist," said Tom McCarthy, co-founder of the firm.
  • In 2014, Will left Wiley Rein with Tom to start Consovoy McCarthy PLLC.
  • Will is survived by his father, Andrew Consovoy; his mother, Linda Whalen; his stepfather, Bernie Whalen; his sister, Amanda Consovoy; and his niece, Lila.

Physicians for Informed Consent Files Amicus Curiae Brief With Supreme Court of the United States Supporting Workers' Rights to Refuse COVID-19 Vaccination

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

The case of Marciano v. Adams (United States Supreme Court Case Number 22A178 ) was submitted to Justice Clarence Thomas and isscheduled for Supreme Court conference on Oct. 7, 2022.

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  • The case of Marciano v. Adams (United States Supreme Court Case Number 22A178 ) was submitted to Justice Clarence Thomas and isscheduled for Supreme Court conference on Oct. 7, 2022.
  • Physicians for Informed Consent's brief highlighted four key points for the Court:
    Informed consent/refusal in vaccination is a fundamental right.
  • "Upholding Physicians for Informed Consent's mission to deliver data on infectious diseases and vaccines, the PIC amicus brief advises the Supreme Court of key scientific facts supporting anyone's decision to decline a COVID-19 vaccine," said Greg Glaser, general counsel for Physicians for Informed Consent.
  • Our nation needs the Supreme Court more than ever to uphold the fundamental right to decline mandatory vaccination."

Legal Scholars Debate First Amendment Issues

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Monday, February 7, 2022

The virtual evening event will provide attendees with an opportunity to hear from two First Amendment scholars on the topic - Resolved: "Internet Platforms Should Be Treated Like Common Carriers" (as suggested by Justice Clarence Thomas's concurring opinion in Biden v. Knight First Amendment Institute).

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  • The virtual evening event will provide attendees with an opportunity to hear from two First Amendment scholars on the topic - Resolved: "Internet Platforms Should Be Treated Like Common Carriers" (as suggested by Justice Clarence Thomas's concurring opinion in Biden v. Knight First Amendment Institute).
  • Judge Lawrence VanDyke of the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit will act as the program's moderator.
  • The Seigenthaler Debates are part of Catholic Law's First Amendment Initiatives , the purpose of which is to provide a collegial forum that fosters debate, dialogue, and study of First Amendment issues from all sides.
  • This event is the inaugural venture of this type by Catholic Law and is planned to take place every spring semester.

MasterClass Announces Launch of Part I of Three-Part Class: Black History, Black Freedom, and Black Love

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Thursday, December 2, 2021

The first part of the class, The Past, is now available exclusively on MasterClass , where subscribers get unlimited access to all 150+ instructors with an annual membership.

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  • The first part of the class, The Past, is now available exclusively on MasterClass , where subscribers get unlimited access to all 150+ instructors with an annual membership.
  • "With decades of experience, these leaders, activists and groundbreaking thinkers have reshaped conversations on race in America," said David Rogier, founder and CEO of MasterClass.
  • "Together, they will teach Black history as never beforeuncensoredand show members how to build a society that honors Black voices, love and joy while fighting against systemic racism."
  • Stream thousands of lessons on mobile, tablet, desktop, Apple TV, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku players and devices.

Audacy Reports Third Quarter Results

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Audacy, Inc. (NYSE: AUD) today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2021.

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  • Audacy, Inc. (NYSE: AUD) today reported financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2021.
  • Field, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated: I am pleased to report that Audacy continues to rebound from the pandemic, as third quarter revenues grew 23% over the prior year and 8% sequentially over the second quarter, while EBITDA grew 58% year over year.
  • To participate in the conference call, please dial 877-407-9208 or 201-493-6784 five minutes prior to the start of the call and provide the following conference name: Audacy Third Quarter 2021 Earnings Call.
  • Audacy engages over 170 million consumers each month, bringing people together around the news, sports, podcasts and music that matter to them.

Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios And The Meteor Premiere An Exclusive First Conversation Between Professor Anita Hill And Dr. Christine Blasey Ford On "Because Of Anita" Podcast

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Monday, October 11, 2021

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Meteor and Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios today announced the premiere of an exclusive first conversation between Professor Anita Hill and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford on the third episode of "Because of Anita" Podcast.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Meteor and Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios today announced the premiere of an exclusive first conversation between Professor Anita Hill and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford on the third episode of "Because of Anita" Podcast.
  • Also, in a special crossover, this episode will air as the October installment of Pineapple's The 11th .
  • The release of "Because of Anita" is one piece of The Meteor's larger slate of multimedia content in development this fall.
  • Other highlights include "UNDISTRACTED," a weekly podcast hosted by activist and MSNBC commentator Brittany Packnett Cunningham, returning for season two in fall 2021 and also co-produced with Audacy's Pineapple Street Studios.

First Episode of The Meteor's and Pineapple Street Studios' "Because of Anita" Podcast Out Today Featuring Kerry Washington, Kimberlé Crenshaw, and Jane Mayer

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Monday, October 4, 2021

In partnership with presenting sponsor Audible, the podcast will publish four episodes over the next ten days and is available everywhere you get your podcasts.

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  • In partnership with presenting sponsor Audible, the podcast will publish four episodes over the next ten days and is available everywhere you get your podcasts.
  • The new series features interviews with witnesses, journalists, legal experts, and real women whose lives were changed by this transformative moment in American history.
  • And an assessmentfrom "me too" founder Tarana Burke and otherson the enduring impact and how it has influenced where we are today.
  • "Because of Anita" episode one, "The Testimony," is available today on Apple Podcasts, Audacy, Audible, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts.