Eminent Domain Abuse: Twenty Years After Kelo
July 25, 2025
It’s been two decades since the Supreme Court’s controversial decision in Kelo v. New London, but the fight against eminent domain abuse is far from over. In this episode, Scott reflects on the Kelo case, what IJ did to prepare for it, and how a legal loss became a catalyst for a national movement to protect property rights.
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