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Banks Speaks With AFP, The Conversation, KJZZ, SF Chronicle About Trump’s Deployment of Troops in LA

William Banks, professor emeritus of public administration and international affairs, says federally deployed National Guard don’t have the same authority as troops deployed by a state—for example, the troops in LA are officially charged with protecting federal personnel and property, but can’t enforce the law themselves or make arrests. It’s a rarely-used executive authority because it’s not typically within their role or training, he says.natio

June 10, 2025

Koch Talks to KJZZ About Germany’s Cinematic Tradition of Stories Set in the Old West

“I think it was simply that across the communist world, they had become really enchanted by Western films. And the main reason that some people point to for this is that in 1960, “The Magnificent Seven,” that film was allowed into the Soviet Union, and it became this instant sensation,” says Natalie Koch, professor of geography and the environment.

April 18, 2025

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Banks Talks to AZ Republic, KJZZ About Deportation Flights and the Use of the Military at the Border

William Banks, professor emeritus of public administration and international affairs, says the flights are possible because of Trump’s emergency declaration at the border. “In doing so, he evoked a series of statutes under something called the National Securities Act. Gives him additional authorities beyond his everyday authorities,” he says.

January 30, 2025

Karas Montez discusses college major, future health on KJZZ Radio

Jennifer Karas Montez, professor of sociology and Gerald B. Cramer Faculty Scholar of Aging Studies, was interviewed on KJZZ Radio for the segment "What Does Your College Major Say About Your Future Health?" Karas Montez discussed her recent research study that found physical health in mid-life differs greatly depending on college major.
June 12, 2018

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