Law Professor Challenges New Dean | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

A Kentucky law professor sued to block his school’s new dean, claiming the appointment harmed him and risked accreditation — but a federal judge denied his emergency request, letting the dean take charge. The feud stems from the professor’s past anti-Israel activism, which led to his demotion, and his belief the school broke its contract by hiring a former federal judge. Faculty and even the governor have voiced opposition, accusing the school of politicizing the hire — though the dean insists he’s always been nonpartisan. The judge has ordered both sides to report their next steps by Friday…