Executive Branch
Just Security’s expert authors provide analysis of the U.S. executive branch related to national security, rights, and the rule of law. Analysis and informational resources focus on the executive branch’s powers and their limits, and the actions of the president, administrative agencies, and federal officials.
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The Just Security Podcast: A Conversation with Avril Haines the Director of National Intelligence of the United States
On Feb. 29, 2024, Just Security welcomed the Director of National Intelligence, Avril Haines, to NYU School of Law for remarks and a fireside chat in celebration of Just Security’s…
Disclosing Secrets: Deterrence, Diplomacy, and Debate – Reflections on Remarks by DNI Avril Haines
Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines spoke on strategic declassification and transparency in intelligence work at an event commemorating Just Security’s 10th anniversary.…
Enhancing Nuclear Transparency in Iran Could Help Prevent a Wider War
Pursuing transparency measures now in Iran would help prevent the country's nuclear program from triggering a wider war.
What Should Courts Do If a Future President Invokes the Alien Enemies Act to Deport Immigrants?
Congress can repeal the Alien Enemies Act to safeguard against Trump's threat to conduct mass deportations without hearings.
Membership in a Non-State Armed Group in the DoD Law of War Manual
A critical assessment of the U.S. DoD Law of War Manual's approach to membership status in non-State armed groups.
Israel, the United States, and the Fourth Geneva Convention
The United States must clearly articulate whether the Fourth Geneva Convention applies to territories occupied by Israel.
Expert Backgrounder: Federalizing the National Guard and Domestic Use of the Military
An expert explainer on when the President of the United States can 'federalize" the National Guard and deploy U.S. military forces domestically.
The ABA Urges Action Against Abusive Commercial Spyware, and Policymakers Should Listen
The leading association of American lawyers added its voice to the chorus of concern surrounding the proliferation of commercial spyware.
Key Questions in U.S. Cyber Attack on “Iranian Spy Ship”
What was the nature of the operation? How is Iran likely to respond? What are the implications for conflict escalation, or de-escalation?
Here’s What You Need to Know About the Pentagon’s New Civilian Harm Policy
In December 2023, the Department of Defense (DOD) quietly released its Instruction on Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR DOD-I), which was mandated by Section 936 of the…
US Government’s $300 Million for West Africa — How to Make it Count
To turn the tide in democracies under stress, the US needs to balances near-term increases in stability with aid for democratic governance.
Why and How the Senate Should Swiftly Dismiss the Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
"The articles are also facially and substantively defective in many other respects. Upon convening as a court of impeachment, the Senate should swiftly reject the articles as a…