Congress

Ronak D. Desai explains what to expect for congressional investigations and oversight with unified Republican control of both chambers.

The DHS I&A's new guidance validates an expansive view of legal authorities that permit abusive counterterrorism and surveillance powers.

Trump's tariffs treat Hong Kong as indistinguishable from China, disregarding Hong Kong’s status as an autonomous territory.

This unprecedented purge of the nation’s top brass suggests that Trump may attempt to fill these roles with officers he perceives as loyal.

The president is wrong about what an invasion is—and what powers it triggers.

Labor and employment expert Suzanne Summerlin discusses the protections available to federal employees if their rights are violated.

The Trump administration's dismantling of USAID poses significant threats to security in the Middle East and North Africa.

Ending aid for democracy and human rights struggles inflicts long-term harm on American security and prosperity.

The Impoundment Control Act makes clear that the president does not have the authority to unilaterally impound billions in federal funds.

The president and his allies are leading an effort to eviscerate the free press and construct an information ecosystem favorable to his views.

McCord weighs in on the nominations for attorney general and FBI director.

Dissolution of USAID or formal transfer of its functions provided by Congress would require legislation - the president may not unilaterally override a statute by executive order.