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The Hill
24-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Emhoff lands USC law school job amid ‘difficult moment for the legal community'
Doug Emhoff says the current 'difficult moment for the legal community' is part of the reason he's joining the University of Southern California (USC) as a law school professor. The former second gentleman will join the faculty at USC's Gould School of Law, his alma mater, beginning in July, the university announced Monday. 'In this difficult moment for the legal community, I believe it is more important than ever to instill in the next generation of lawyers the same principles that drove me to the legal profession: the imperative of speaking out on behalf of the vulnerable, standing up for the rule of law, defending every citizen's fundamental rights, and always fighting for justice, without fear or favor,' Emhoff, the husband of former Vice President Kamala Harris, said in a statement. While Emhoff didn't mention President Trump by name, in April the commander in chief announced that his administration had struck a deal with a law firm with ties to the longtime entertainment attorney. The agreement with Willkie Farr & Gallagher, which Emhoff joined as a partner earlier this year, stated that the firm would provide the equivalent of $100 million in pro bono legal services for causes supported by the Trump administration. Emhoff reportedly denounced the move — one of several deals struck by large legal firms with the Trump administration — which critics said was a way to avoid potential blowback from the president. In his statement about his teaching position, Emhoff said he was 'excited and honored' to return to USC's law school where his 'legal journey began.' 'In Washington, I had the privilege of not just serving as second gentleman, but also serving as a professor to law students at Georgetown University,' Emhoff, 60, said. 'One of the best parts of my time as second gentleman was spending time with these students and young people all around the country — so I look forward to continuing to share my experiences with the next generation and hearing from them in the vibrant academic community at USC,' he said. Emhoff's job comes amid speculation that Harris is eyeing a California gubernatorial bid. Sources familiar with the 2024 Democratic presidential nominee's thinking told The Hill this week that while Harris hasn't made a final decision yet, she was giving the race strong consideration.
Los Angeles Times
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Los Angeles Times
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff, joins USC law school faculty
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, attorney Doug Emhoff, is joining the USC faculty to teach law students, the university plans to announce later Monday. Emhoff, who received his law degree from USC in 1990, will start the job at the USC Gould School of Law on July 1. He taught at Georgetown University's law school while his wife served as then-President Biden's vice president and when she was the 2024 Democratic nominee for president. 'One of the best parts of my time as Second Gentleman was spending time with these students and young people all around the country — so I look forward to continuing to share my experiences with the next generation and hearing from them in the vibrant academic community at USC,' Emhoff said in a statement. The announcement comes as Harris weighs running for California governor next year, a decision she is not expected to make until the end of the summer. On Monday, she made a surprise virtual appearance at a summit of Free & Just, an organization focused on highlighting the stories of people impacted by the reduction of access to abortion and other reproductive healthcare services. Emhoff said mentoring law students is particularly critical at this time in the nation's history. 'In this difficult moment for the legal community, I believe it is more important than ever to instill in the next generation of lawyers the same principles that drove me to the legal profession: the imperative of speaking out on behalf of the vulnerable, standing up for the rule of law, defending every citizen's fundamental rights, and always fighting for justice, without fear or favor,' Emhoff said. Emhoff, who lives in Brentwood with Harris, will remain a partner at the global law firm of Willkie Farr & Gallagher, which in April was among the firms that struck a deal with President Trump's administration agreeing to conform with the president's policies. The firm agreed to provide at least $100 million in pro bono legal work during Trump's time in the White House and beyond, which the president said at the time will be dedicated to helping veterans, Gold Star families, law enforcement members and first responders. Emhoff's continued employment at the firm in the aftermath of the agreement raised eyebrows in progressive circles. He said Monday that he continues to disagree with his firm's decision to settle with the White House, but remains at the firm because of his faith in his colleagues' principles, which he said were demonstrated by pro bono work the firm's attorneys from across the country did during the federal immigration raids by ICE agents and border patrol officers in Los Angeles 'I remain confident in the firm's values, its phenomenal people, and meaningful work we're doing for our clients and the communities we serve, which have not changed since the settlement—and that's why I remain at the firm,' Emhoff said. Days after the firm struck the deal, Emhoff said he disagreed with the decision. 'At this critical moment, this very critical moment, I urge my colleagues across the legal profession to remain vigilant, engaged, and unafraid to challenge actions that may erode our fundamental rights,' Emhoff said on April 3 at a gala dinner for Bet Tzedek, a Los Angeles-based legal aid organization where he has long volunteered. 'Cause we know, the work of justice is never easy, but it is always necessary.'
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rob Reiner shouted at Doug Emhoff during debate party that Biden would ‘lose our f***ing democracy,' book claims
Tensions were high at a Hollywood debate watch party on June 27, 2024, when director Rob Reiner lashed out at then-second gentleman Doug Emhoff over President Joe Biden's disastrous debate performance. A report on the confrontation appears in the new book Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again by CNN anchor Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson of Axios. Reiner is said to have exclaimed that the U.S. could 'lose our f***ing democracy,' as a result of Biden's performance at the June 27 debate against now-President Donald Trump, according to reporting by The Hill. The incident occurred at the home of James Costos, the former HBO executive and President Barack Obama's ambassador to Spain. 'The gathering had originally been planned as a fundraiser for the Biden Victory Fund, but then the debate was scheduled for the same night, so the hosts turned it into a fancy and hopefully fun debate watch party, with people sitting in three or four different rooms,' the book states. In addition to Reiner and Emhoff, actor and activist Jane Fonda was also present, in addition to Democratic governors Andy Beshear of Kentucky, JB Pritzker of Illinois, and Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan. As President Biden spoke in a weak voice, repeatedly stumbled over answers, misspoke, and lost his train of thought, the evening quickly turned into a 'debate watch horror show.' 'A few minutes into it, Reiner, in the main living room, stated plainly: 'We are f***ed!'' Tapper and Thompson wrote, adding that he 'became angry. Soon he was venting, standing, full of fury.' 'He seemed to be looking at Emhoff. Daggers.' 'We're going to lose our f***ing democracy because of you!' the When Harry Met Sally director is said to have shouted at Emhoff. ''Because of me?' Emhoff thought,' the book states. CNN reported on the incident a few days after it occurred, but in less detail, noting: 'Rob Reiner was screaming about losing and Jane Fonda had tears in her eyes, according to people in the room.' The first presidential debate of the 2024 election, in which Biden struggled from the get-go and Trump repeated a barrage of lies and misinformation, was watched by 51.27 million viewers. It sparked 'deep panic' among Democrats, to the delight of supporters of Trump, and ultimately led to Biden stepping aside as the party's nominee in favor of Vice President Kamala Harris. On July 10, George Clooney, who just weeks before headlined a star-studded fundraiser that raked in $28 million for Biden's re-election campaign, penned an emotional op-ed telling his 'friend' in no uncertain terms to take himself out of the 2024 race. After another 11 days of mounting calls for him to step aside, Biden pulled out on July 21, putting Harris, with Emhoff by her side, at the top of the ticket.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Angry' Rob Reiner cursed at Emhoff during Biden debate watch party: Book
Director Rob Reiner reportedly lashed out at then-second gentleman Doug Emhoff last year while the two attended a debate watch party, exclaiming that the country was about to 'lose our f‑‑‑ing democracy' because of former President Biden's disastrous performance. The scene at the Los Angeles home of James Costos last June is depicted in 'Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again,' the book by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson published Tuesday. 'The gathering had originally been planned as a fundraiser for the Biden Victory Fund, but then the debate was scheduled for the same night, so the hosts turned it into a fancy and hopefully fun debate watch party, with people sitting in three or four different rooms,' the authors wrote. But the star-studded event — with a crowd that included Reiner, Emhoff, actor Jane Fonda and Democratic Govs. Andy Beshear, JB Pritzker, and Gretchen Whitmer of Kentucky, Illinois and Michigan, respectively — quickly became a 'debate watch horror show' as Biden repeatedly and dramatically stumbled against President Trump. 'A few minutes into it, Reiner, in the main living room, stated plainly: 'We are f‑‑‑ed!'' Tapper and Thompson wrote of the 78-year-old 'When Harry Met Sally' director, one of Hollywood's most vocal Trump critics. According to the book, Reiner 'became angry. Soon he was venting, standing, full of fury.' 'He seemed to be looking at Emhoff. Daggers.' 'We're going to lose our f‑‑‑ing democracy because of you!' Reiner yelled. ''Because of me?' Emhoff thought,' the 'Original Sin' authors wrote. Representatives for Emhoff and Reiner didn't return ITK's request for comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hill
‘Angry' Rob Reiner cursed at Emhoff during Biden debate watch party: Book
Director Rob Reiner reportedly lashed out at then-second gentleman Doug Emhoff last year while the two attended a debate watch party, exclaiming that the country was about to 'lose our f—ing democracy' because of President Biden's disastrous performance. The scene at the Los Angeles home of James Costos last June is depicted in 'Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again,' the book by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson published Tuesday. 'The gathering had originally been planned as a fundraiser for the Biden Victory Fund, but then the debate was scheduled for the same night, so the hosts turned it into a fancy and hopefully fun debate watch party, with people sitting in three or four different rooms,' the authors wrote. But the star-studded event — with a crowd that included Reiner, Emhoff, actor Jane Fonda and Democratic Govs. Andy Beshear, JB Pritzker, and Gretchen Whitmer of Kentucky, Illinois and Michigan, respectively — quickly became a 'debate watch horror show' as Biden repeatedly and dramatically stumbled against then-former President Trump. 'A few minutes into it, Reiner, in the main living room, stated plainly: 'We are f—ed!'' Tapper and Thompson wrote of the 78-year-old 'When Harry Met Sally' director, one of Hollywood's most vocal Trump critics. According to the book, Reiner 'became angry. Soon he was venting, standing, full of fury.' 'He seemed to be looking at Emhoff. Daggers.' ''We're going to lose our f—ing democracy because of you!' Reiner yelled. 'Because of me? Emhoff thought,' the 'Original Sin' authors wrote. Representatives for Emhoff and Reiner didn't return ITK's request for comment.
