Zohran Mamdani Gets Potential Warning Sign in New Poll
Newsweek reached out to Laura Tamman, clinical assistant professor of political science at Pace University, for insight into a recent poll showing Zohran Mamdani in a statistical tie with Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa. Tamman cautions against reading too much into the findings.

Exclusive: US Considered Charging Minnesota Judges, Lawyers In Immigration Crackdown, Sources Say
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Professor Bennett Gershman speaks to Reuters about the Department of Justice’s consideration of charges against judges and lawyers involved in immigration-related cases. He calls the move part of a broader campaign to “terrorize, intimidate, [and] frighten” legal professionals into silence.

Daily Briefing
The Chronicle of Higher Education reports: Pace University has named Dr. Brian Goldstein as Dean of the College of Health Professions. He previously served as President and Chief Academic Officer at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.

'This Is Not Science Fiction': Trump Administration Uses Peter Thiel's 'Planantir' Surveillance Technology to Spy on Americans
Professor Gershman pens an op-ed in the New York Law Journal warning that the Trump administration’s use of Palantir surveillance technology represents a dangerous expansion of government monitoring—one that threatens core civil liberties and privacy protections.

Andrew Cuomo, Eric Adams Face Calls To Unite Behind 1 NYC Mayoral Candidate — Though Neither Appears Willing To Drop Out
Political Science Professor Laura Tamman provides an expert analysis to ABC News on the dynamics of New York City’s crowded mayoral race, noting it’s unlikely any candidate will step aside given the current political landscape and campaign momentum.

Trump Still Waiting On Ruling In $454M Appeal, Sparking Debate: ‘Politics Is Interfering’
In the New York Post, Professor Bennett Gershman weighs in on the delayed ruling in former President Trump’s $454 million appeal, suggesting political interference may be at play.

Green Card Holders Handed Big Legal Win
In Newsweek, Haub Law Professor and Director of the Immigration Justice Clinic Amelia Wilson explains the significance of a recent legal victory for green card holders, emphasizing the protections that remain in place despite Trump-era immigration crackdowns.

6 Best Credit Card Deals for July 2025
Lubin Professor Larry Chiagouris lends his expertise to WalletHub in a feature on the best credit card deals for July 2025, offering insights to help consumers make smarter financial decisions.
Menopause Treatments Can Help With Hot Flashes And Other Symptoms – But Many People Aren’t Aware Of The Latest Advances
In an op-ed in The Conversation – picked up by Times Union – Haub Law Professors Bridget J. Crawford and Emily Gold Waldman— discuss menopause treatments and call for greater public awareness, workplace support, and legal protections for those navigating menopause-related symptoms.

Live With Kelly and Mark
In student and alumni news, on Live with Kelly and Mark, actor Christopher Briney '20 gave a shoutout to Pace University highlighting his roots in Pace’s performing arts program during his national television appearance.