In coverage by CBS News, Perry Carbone, a professor at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, weighed in on the legal implications of charges against former FBI Director James Comey. Carbone warned that prosecuting ambiguous expression as a threat could have serious consequences for free speech, emphasizing that expanding criminal liability in such cases may put First Amendment protections at risk. His comments come as legal experts broadly question whether the case meets the high bar required to qualify as a “true threat” under constitutional law.

Dyson Professor Seong Jae Min pens an op-ed in The Korea Times examining the growing threat of AI-generated deepfakes and misinformation during election cycles. Comparing South Korea’s aggressive regulatory response with the more fragmented approaches in the United States and Europe, Professor Min argues that deepfakes are becoming a serious challenge for democratic systems while raising difficult questions about balancing regulation with free expression.

Haub Law Professor Bennett Gershman is featured in Injustice Watch. Professor Gershman raises concerns about efforts to tighten standards for certificates of innocence in wrongful-conviction cases, warning that requiring “irrefutable” proof would set an unrealistically high bar for exonerated individuals seeking relief.

Dyson Public Administration Professor Stephen Rolandi speaks with Mid-Hudson News about Orange County’s long-running sales tax distribution error, calling for a comprehensive internal review into how the oversight continued for more than a decade. Rolandi also notes the issue could carry broader political and financial consequences, including scrutiny from the State Comptroller’s Office and potential impacts on the county’s bond rating.

In an article by NJ Today, Bennett L. Gershman, a legal ethics professor at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, weighed in on allegations involving financial relationships connected to Chief Justice John Roberts’s household. Gershman’s analysis concluded that, even under a narrow interpretation of judicial recusal standards, the circumstances could lead a reasonable person to question the Chief Justice’s impartiality in cases involving related parties.

Dyson Professor Heather Hayes speaks with CRM Magazine about the evolution of QR codes and how organizations can use them more strategically to strengthen customer engagement and communication.

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand will host a 2026 Service Academy Information Night in partnership with Seidenberg on Thursday, May 28, on the Pleasantville campus, offering students and families guidance on the application and nomination process for U.S. service academies, The Yonkers Times reports.

The Miscellany News highlights a lecture from Law Professor and Director of the Immigration Justice Clinic Amelia Wilson on immigration law and student advocacy efforts surrounding anti-ICE legislation.

In a segment on News 12, Pace University hosted its annual Lavender Graduation ceremony in Westchester, honoring LGBTQ+ graduates and their achievements. The long-standing tradition, now in its 14th year, celebrates identity and community, with students receiving lavender cords to wear at commencement. Graduates reflected on the significance of the event as a supportive and affirming space marking the close of their college journey.

In The Examiner News, Pleasantville Pride is recognized with the Rookie of the Year award by the Pleasantville Chamber of Commerce for its efforts to build inclusive community spaces. The organization, founded just a year ago, has partnered with groups including Pace University and the Jacob Burns Film Center on local events. Vincent Birkenmeyer of Pace University praised the group for fostering a strong, community-driven coalition supporting LGBTQ+ residents and allies.