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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How DOJ Could Prosecute Russians for War Crimes, and How Congress Can Expand Its Remit
"This reform is long overdue and includes amendments previously encouraged by the Department of Defense and Department of State."
Amid New Trial, End of Chinese Espionage “Initiative” Brings Little Relief to US Academics Caught in Net of Fear
Chemistry Professor Franklin Tao faces fraud prosecution in just one example of the many important issues that remain unresolved,
Fixing the FARA Mess
A growing chorus of voices calls for FARA reform.
Supplying Arms to Ukraine is Not an Act of War
"The Russian legal argument, however, is based on laws of neutrality that no longer hold. The United States and other states supporting Ukraine should refuse to accept these outdated…
The Operational and Legal Risks of a No-Fly Zone Over Ukrainian Skies
It does not equate to a no-combat zone, and in Ukraine, it likely would mean confronting the Russian military head-on.
New Export Controls Distinguish Between Exports to Russia and Deemed Exports to Russian Nationals
Broad U.S. export controls aimed at Russia make a key distinction between the treatment of exports to Russia and the release of information to Russian nationals in the United States.…
U.S. Under Secretary of State Nuland on Accelerating Aid to Ukraine and Sanctions Against Russia
Military and humanitarian aid, sanctions, the broader region, and a domino effect on the Iran deal and Venezuela. Senate hearing highlights.
Ukraine and War Powers: A Legal Explainer
Top expert discusses whether arms and other military assistance to Ukraine would make US party to the conflict, what triggers War Powers Resolution, and role of NATO Article V.
The Good Governance Papers: A “Report Card” Wrap-Up of 2022 Updates
A wrap-up of 2022 Good Governance Paper updates from leading thinkers on national security, rule of law, and government.
Ahead of the State of the Union: Analysis from Diplomats, Top Experts
The State of the Union Address tomorrow comes at a precarious moment for the U.S. and the world.
Questions for Congress to Ask the Biden Administration at the AUMF Hearing
Better yet, here's also the information that the witnesses themselves should proactively convey to the American public and Congress.
Holding Putin and Russia Accountable: A List of Legal and Policy Options
The primary tools have been diplomatic condemnation, sanctions, and weapons shipments to Ukraine. More possibilities exist.