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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The Hidden Rules that Govern Our Supply Chains
Despite the explosion in the use of hidden trade deals in recent years, Congress has only barely spoken to the problem. It doesn’t have to be that way. But proposed changes in…
The New Cyber Executive Order is a Good Start, But Needs a Supercharge from Congress
Implementation can strengthen the data contractors have to provide. And Congress should pass legislation to apply these measures across the economy.
Getting to the Bottom of Jan. 6 Is Proving Too Difficult for Congress
If Wednesday’s House hearing on “unanswered questions” about the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol was good for anything, it showed why an independent commission is needed…
Investigating Jan. 6 — Key Unanswered Questions for Congress and Media to Ask
Dozens of questions to focus on in Wednesday's congressional hearing.
Giuliani’s FARA Problem
Rudy Giuliani's communications – in the form of emails, WhatsApp messages, and phone logs between Giuliani and his associates – show that, in seeking Yovanovitch’s removal,…
To Thwart the Illegal Narcotics Trade, Expose the Dark Economy
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse on the need to combat drug trafficking and corruption by confronting the powerful economics that drive them.
Big Shoulders — How the US Can Remedy Its Failures on Refugee Admissions
Despite its size and wealth, America consistently fails to do its part in upholding the terms of an international convention it helped create.
Senate Bill Threatens Sensitive U.S. Diplomacy
Section 310 of the bill sweeps too broadly and would have unintended consequences by chilling the most sensitive types of diplomacy that have always been entrusted to the executive…
Twenty Years After 9/11, the US Needs a Better Strategy to Prevent and Counter Violent Extremism
Five steps the Biden-Harris administration should take to ensure that it is developing and implementing a more up-to-date and effective approach to P/CVE.
Stopping Torture: Why Professional Governance Failed, and How It Can Do Better
Professionals -- psychologists, physicians, lawyers -- played key parts in enabling post-9/11 torture programs. Yet professionalism can also constrain state power. Gregg Bloche…
Biden’s First 100 Days on Immigration: A Test of Leadership
The president may ultimately be judged not on any so-called border “crisis,” but for whether he remains true to his principles in the face of opposition.
At 100 Days, Grading Biden’s Progress Toward a More Responsible US Arms Trade Policy
As we near the 100-day mark of this administration, and with the president delivering a “State of the Union”-like address this evening, now is a good moment to assess its arms…