The Latest Breaking News from Jacob Sullum

The 'Whack Jobs' Were Right

Plus: A listener asks the editors to weigh in on a hypothetical executive order to establish an American Climate Corps.

Reason · Oct 2, 2023

Why Oregon is wrong to consider repeal of drug law reform

Oregonians are understandably troubled by the nuisance of public drug use since the state decriminalized low-level possession of illegal drugs. But reversing Measure 110 is not the answer.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 28, 2023

Hunter Biden Gets Caught in America's Double War on Drugs and Guns

Plus: A listener asks for the editors’ advice on how to spend his money.

Reason · Sep 18, 2023

Judge Blocks Idaho From Punishing Doctors for Referring Women Out of State for Abortions

Plus: More takes on the Trump indictment, Biden's new student loan plan is here, and more...

Reason · Aug 3, 2023

Should Donald Trump and Hunter Biden Both Be Prosecuted?

Plus: A listener question concerning drug decriminalization and social well-being

Reason · Jul 31, 2023

Civil asset forfeiture is a problem in Cook County

It’s pretty obvious that civil asset forfeiture, whether federal or local, is an unethical, flawed system that violates due process and harms our already marginalized neighbors. It’s time to end it, one advocate writes.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 20, 2023

Congress Considers Bipartisan Bill Curbing Asset Forfeiture

The FAIR Act would be a significant step forward. It just passed the House Judiciary Committee on a unanimous 26-0 vote.

Reason · Jun 15, 2023

Did Trump Break a Law That Shouldn't Exist?

Plus: A rundown of recent nonsensical proposals for constitutional amendments

Reason · Jun 12, 2023

Pot users should not lose their gun rights

The Biden administration says cannabis consumers should not be treated as criminals, but continues to defend a federal policy that punishes them by taking away their Second Amendment rights.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 8, 2023

Section 230 Is Safe (for Now) After Supreme Court Rules on Google and Twitter Terrorism Cases

Plus: A new lawsuit in Montana over the state's TikTok ban, the economic realities of online content creation, the rights of private companies, and more...

Reason · May 19, 2023