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Just Security’s Artificial Intelligence Archive
Just Security's collection of articles analyzing the implications of AI for society, democracy, human rights, and warfare.

What Just Happened: The Tariff Litigation Advances
A recent U.S. Court of International Trade ruling may distract more than it changes the course of U.S. President Trump's trade policy.

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.

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.

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.

How Trump’s Law Firm Settlements Circumvent Congress and Violate Federal Spending Laws
The Trump administration has operated outside the appropriations process and congressional oversight through its law firm settlements.

The New “National Defense Area” at the Southern Border: What You Need to Know
NSPM-4 creates a military area that is twice the size of Washington, D.C. and expands the military’s role in stopping cross-border migration.

No, the President Cannot Enforce the Law-Firm Deals
"First, are these agreements legally enforceable? Second, if not, what principled reasons do the firms have for keeping their part of these bargains?"

Justice Department Fails to Address Central Point in VOA Case
A federal judge halted the shutdown of VOA, citing violations of administrative law and congressional authority, not press freedom.

Deportation to CECOT: The Constitutional Prohibition on Punishment Without Charge or Trial
Sending migrants to El Salvador’s CECOT prison raises grave constitutional concerns under the Fifth and Sixth Amendments.

Birthright Citizenship and DOJ’s Misuse of History in Its Appellate Briefs
Although the DOJ's briefs in birthright citizen cases might initially seem well-supported, a close look reveals that it is grasping at straws.

What Just Happened: The Trump Administration Repealed Zero Tolerance Policy for Rogue Gun Dealers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.