Federalist Society Webinar on the 20th Anniversary of Kelo v. City of New London

Susette Kelo's famous "little pink house," which became a nationally known symbol of the case that bears her name. (Institute for Justice.)

 

Last week, on June 23, was the 20th anniversary of Kelo v. City of New London, perhaps the most controversial property rights decisions in the history of the Supreme Court. Although the Fifth Amendment only permits the taking of private property for "public use," the Court ruled that the transfer of condemned land to private parties for "economic development" is permitted by the Constitution.