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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New Ruling Sheds Light on State-Paramilitary Cooperation in Colombia – and on the TVPA
A US court held that Colombian paramilitaries indisputably had a symbiotic relationship with the Colombian state and are therefore liable under the TVPA.
Reopen the Obstruction of Justice Case Against Trump
A key item in Attorney General Merrick Garland’s inbox is gathering dust: Volume 2 of the report by Special Counsel Robert Mueller, whose team investigated possible obstruction…
Filmmaker: Ex-US Envoy’s Words Tell the Story of Our Lives in Haiti
Raoul Peck on Daniel Foote's call for the US to reset its policy and listen to the voices of Haitians trying to rebuild democracy.
SEC Complaints: Fallout from the Facebook Files – Part 3
The Facebook Files dominated tech industry news in the past week, as whistleblower Frances Haugen testified before Congress, talked with 60 Minutes, and provided a consistent and…
Historic Judgment in Liberian Massacre Case Advances US Law
A landmark case offers justice for victims - and new specificity on TVPA, ATS claims for crimes against humanity and war crimes.
Closing Pandora’s Box
Congress and the Treasury Department must curb law firms, financial advisors, and others implicated in the Pandora Papers secrecy gambits.
A Whistleblower’s Testimony – Fallout from the Facebook Files, Part 2
An analysis of reoccurring themes, solutions, and next steps.
Why Religious Persecution Justifies U.S. Legislation on Crimes Against Humanity
Such a law would strengthen the prospect of the US one day seriously considering ratification of a proposed treaty.
The Fallout from the Facebook Files – Part 1
Senate Commerce Subcommittee's Sept. 30 hearing revealed important insights about Facebook across a range of concerns about the company.
Failure to Warn: War Powers Reporting and the “War on Terror” in Africa
How prior administrations failed to tell Congress about special forces engaged in combat operations in Cameroon, Niger, Somalia, Tunisia, and what it means for War Powers and AUMF…
How Congress Can Improve Visa Bans
Inconsistent legal frameworks for visa restrictions have meant that some of their targets can be publicly identified, while others cannot. Congress has an opportunity to close…
Modern History of Disclosure of Presidential Records: On the Boundaries of “Executive Privilege”
A detailed account of instances of past administrations' disclosing presidential records, including those of former presidents, to Congress.