Public Employee Speech Cases in Eighth Circuit

Browse 2 public employee speech cases decided by Eighth Circuit. AI-powered summaries, holdings, and legal analysis.

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Public Employee Speech Opinions from Eighth Circuit (2)

Christopher Kohls v. Keith Ellison

Speech made as part of official duties not protected by First Amendment

Eighth Circuit · 2026-02-09 · Defendant Win · Impact: 30/100

Christopher Kohls v. Keith Ellison, decided by Eighth Circuit on February 9, 2026, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Eighth Circuit affirmed the district court's dismissal of a former Minnesota...

Scott Kampas v. City of St. Louis, Missouri

Officer's speech not protected by First Amendment when made as part of official duties

Eighth Circuit · 2025-10-31 · Defendant Win · Impact: 40/100

Scott Kampas v. City of St. Louis, Missouri, decided by Eighth Circuit on October 31, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Eighth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgm...

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Q: How many public employee speech cases has Eighth Circuit decided?

CaseLawBrief currently tracks 2 public employee speech cases from Eighth Circuit. This number is updated as new opinions are published.

Q: What types of outcomes occur in public employee speech cases at Eighth Circuit?

Outcome breakdown: Defendant Win: 2.

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