# Constitutional Chisme: Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals v. Thompson

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Podcast: [Legally Ponzaneli](https://stenobird.com/podcast/legally-ponzaneli-7758293)
Published: 2026-06-18T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Constitutional Chisme is your weekly mini-episode where your host Stephanie and co-host Harleigh break down the cases you’re most likely to see in law school. This week, we are covering Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals v. Thompson . The case raised important questions about federal-question jurisdiction and whether a state-law claim that references a federal statute can be heard in federal court. Use code PASSWITHPONZ to get an additional $100 off whatever sale Kaplan Bar Prep is currently offering. Click the link to support the podcast and keep the chisme coming! Link: https://linktr.ee/legallyponzaneli

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