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Biden’s New Policy on Security Assistance, NSM-20, Will Not Save Gaza
While a step forward in some ways such as congressional reporting requirements, the policy memorandum’s loopholes and limitations will only create additional processes and maintain the status quo. -
The Consequences of Jack Smith's Rush to Trial
Special Counsel Jack Smith’s rush to try Donald Trump violates Justice Department rules and presents tricky issues for the Supreme Court on the immunity issue. -
Taking Biden’s Handling of Classified Material Seriously
The President’s behavior deserves criticism, even if it’s not criminal and less bad than that of the former president. -
The Biden White House's Violations of Justice Department Independence Norms
President Biden has repeatedly violated the post-Watergate norm against commenting on Justice Department investigations. -
The Special Counsel Regulations Strike Again
The regulations are flawed, and pouring sensitive investigative impressions into the public domain is almost always a bad idea. -
Biden Administration Issues New Arms Transfer Memorandum
The new policy requires written assurances from foreign governments before receiving arms that they will not commit human rights abuses with U.S. weapons. -
Special Counsel Hur Declines to Seek Criminal Charges Against Biden
Despite uncovering evidence that Biden “willfully retained and disclosed classified materials,” Hur did not conclude it “established Biden’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.” -
Breaking Down the Amicus Briefs in Trump v. Anderson
A guide to where each of the amici land on core Section 3 interpretation questions, if their brief addressed it explicitly -
Not So Immune: The D.C. Circuit’s Forceful Rejection of Trump’s Claim of Absolute Presidential Immunity
The long-awaited opinion is unanimous, narrowly tailored, and very well could be the last word. -
If SCOTUS Won’t Enforce the 14th Amendment, We Should Worry How They’ll Handle the 22nd
If the Court won’t impose Section 3 restrictions in favor of “letting the voters decide,” will they let a presidential candidate vie for a third term? -
D.C. Circuit Rules Trump is Not Immune from Prosecution
The court ruled that Trump—and any other former president—can be prosecuted for alleged crimes they committed while in office. -
White House Submits 48-Hour War Powers Resolution Report Following Response to Jordan Attack
This latest letter cites the president’s constitutional authority in addition to the 2001 and 2002 AUMFs, continuing a recent reporting trend.