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What are “Wartime Authorities” and When Can the President Use Them? An Expert Q&A
It is essential to understand the line between war and peace, scrutinize the application of wartime powers, and interrogate the president’s assertions when he triggers them.
Why the Trump Administration Should Engage on Burma Now – and How
Washington must decide: whether it will watch history unfold to its detriment, or help write history to the benefit of both Burma/Myanmar and the United States?
Early Edition: June 2, 2025
Signup to receive the Early Edition in your inbox here. A curated guide to major news and developments over the weekend. Here’s today’s news: RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR The Ukrainian…
The Just Security Podcast: Dismissal of Voting Rights Lawsuits
Chiraag Bains, in conversation with Dani Schulkin, discusses the impact on voting rights enforcement and the crucial role now played by voters & advocacy groups.
Digest of Recent Articles on Just Security (May 27-30)
Series: Governing the quantum revolution • Israel-Hamas War • International Criminal Court / Ethics • Trump executive actions • United States / State secrets • U.S. Department…
The FTC’s Concerning Inaction on a New Data Protection Law
Inaction on PADFA means that the personal information of U.S. citizens can continue to be transferred to adversarial nations without consequences.
Civil Society is Mounting a Resistance to Trump—Business Leaders Must Follow Suit
Business leaders face now face a pivotal choice: unite to defend democracy or stay passive. They should look to civil society for inspiration on how to take meaningful action.
Early Edition: May 30, 2025
Signup to receive the Early Edition in your inbox here. A curated weekday guide to major news and developments over the past 24 hours. Here’s today’s news: IRAN-U.S. NUCLEAR…
The Illegality of Israel’s Military Offensive in Gaza
Analysis of jus ad bellum with Israel’s stated objectives for its current military operations in Gaza.
Removing Protected Status for Afghans in the U.S. is No Way to Treat Allies
Contrary to the Department of Homeland Security's claims, evidence shows the situation in Afghanistan has not improved. Deporting allies is unjustified and a betrayal.
AI Governance Needs Federalism, Not a Federally Imposed Moratorium
Congress should reject the proposed “AI preemption moratorium.” It is bad policy and is likely unconstitutional under the Tenth Amendment.
Why Lawmakers Want to Block Arms Sales to the United Arab Emirates
Lawmakers have an opportunity to use U.S. leverage to pressure the UAE to stop fueling devastating harm to Sudanese civilians – they should take it.