Congress
Just Security’s expert authors offer analysis of U.S. Congress’ role in national security, foreign affairs, the rule of law, and rights. Coverage includes analysis and informational resources related to the legislative process, oversight and investigations of the executive branch, and major debates on the separation of powers and Congress’ constitutional role.
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Incremental Progress on Civilian Harm in the FY2023 National Defense Bill
The NDAA includes much-needed measures to prevent and respond to civilian harm resulting from U.S. military operations abroad.
The Just Security Podcast: Civilian Protection and War Powers in the 2023 National Defense Bill
This week, Congress passed the FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act, the NDAA, which President Biden is expected to sign into law. It’s a massive bill, thousands of pages…
Shireen Abu Akleh’s Killing Raises Questions about U.S. Security Assistance to Israel
U.S. officials should ensure the Leahy laws are applied consistently to all countries, including Israel.
Missed Opportunities and Minor Progress: The FY 2023 National Defense Bill and War Powers
One big disappointing omission and otherwise a mixed bag from the standpoint of winding down the United States’ forever wars -- despite leaders of both parties having proclaimed…
Prosecuting the Fake Electors: Wisconsin Case Study and Template for Other States
The missing state and local criminal investigations of 2020’s "false slates of electors." A model for potential criminal prosecutions under Wisconsin state law.
Just Security Podcast: The Balance of Power in a New Senate
A conversation with Andy Wright about how the new balance of power will affect everything from investigations and oversight to key legislation and committee placements.
The Just Security Podcast: United States v. Trump – A Model Prosecution Memo for Mar-a-Lago
To discuss the Just Security Model Prosecution Memo we have Andrew Weissmann, Joyce Vance, and Ryan Goodman, who were among the memo’s authors
Without Congressional Action, Lafayette Square and January 6th Can Happen Again
"Two amendments in the House-passed FY23 NDAA would close ... loopholes and make it harder for another Trump administration – or any future president – to abuse the powers…
Roadmap to Accountability: How the Jan. 6 Committee Can Help Enforce the 14th Amendment
How current legal processes — across the states — provide for the enforcement of section 3 of the 14th Amendment.
Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Fight Can Overcome US Skeptics
Amid likely GOP control of the House, strong steps would help Ukraine get the assistance it needs, while advancing reforms and EU accession.
The Missing Review of FBI’s January 6 Intelligence and Law Enforcement Failures
The country needs an examination of the FBI's organizational and individual flaws that helped bring us to January 6th.
Just Security Podcast: The Biden Administration’s Secret Drone Policy (Pilot Episode)
New York Times national security correspondent Charlie Savage reported that the Biden administration has issued a still-classified policy on some types of counterterrorism operations,…