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Could the United States Make a Difference in Mali?
Washington cannot afford to neglect the lessons of past Sahelian counterinsurgency efforts as it contemplates what form a partnership with Mali’s military should take.

The Lessons of Zambia’s RightsCon Cancellation for International Democracy Promotion
The once-lauded Zambian president's nixing of a major digital rights conference shows the risks of lionizing individual leaders without a backup plan.

Just Security’s Israel-Hamas War Archive
Just Security's collection of more than 110 articles covering the Israel-Hamas War and its diplomatic, legal, and humanitarian consequences.

Investment, Not Aid: A Chance to Reset U.S.-Bosnia Relations?
Can Bosnia's leaders advance U.S.-backed investments to strengthen its democratic future in the face of a separatist's growing influence in Washington?

Export Controls and U.S. Trade Policy: Making Sense of the New Terrain
The Trump administration's use of export controls as leverage in trade diplomacy creates risks for key U.S. national security interests.

Three Thorny Issues to Watch in Congressional Investigations
Amidst an escalation of interbranch tension, the authors explore three emerging legal issues affecting the law of congressional oversight and separation of powers.

What Just Happened: The Trump Administration’s Reorganization of the State Department – and How We Got Here
The Trump administration’s proposed reorganization of the State Department is not just a reshuffle. It’s a realignment of diplomatic priorities that seems set to constrain…

What Just Happened: The Trump Administration Repealed Zero Tolerance Policy for Rogue Gun Dealers
The Trump administration's repeal of a zero tolerance policy for rogue gun dealers will threaten US public safety and relations with Mexico.

Regulated Democracy and Regulated Speech
Lawmakers are right to worry about platforms’ power over public discourse and democracy. But legislative responses too often seek to empower the government to set new rules for…

How DHS Laid the Groundwork for More Intelligence Abuse
The DHS I&A's new guidance validates an expansive view of legal authorities that permit abusive counterterrorism and surveillance powers.

The Trump Administration Cannot Use Award Terms and Conditions to Impound Funds
The Impoundment Control Act may prohibit agencies from freezing or terminating funding based on changing policy priorities.

Restarting US LNG Permitting Brings Geopolitical Benefits and the Potential for Climate Progress
The end of the US LNG permitting pause provides an opportunity to accelerate promising trends in geopolitics, energy security, and environmental progress.