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The Dangerous Sweep of Trump’s Plan to Designate Cartels as Terrorist Organizations
Bringing foreign cartels under the umbrella of terrorism may seem appealing, but it is unnecessary and dangerous.

Can the President Dissolve USAID by Executive Order?
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.

Understanding Trump’s Choice for FBI Leadership in Light of the“Weaponization of the Federal Government” Executive Order
An essay by former acting United States Attorney General.

Questions for Senators (and Journalists) to ask Director of National Intelligence Nominee Tulsi Gabbard
We asked leading experts what questions Senate Intelligence Committee members should ask Gabbard in her confirmation hearing.

‘Elections Have Consequences’: Trump and Rubio’s Foreign Aid Halt Will Hit the World’s Most Vulnerable
Reviews of programs in new administrations don't require such damaging, destructive, and likely unconstitutional freezes.

Why Has the Trump Justice Department Not Moved to Dismiss the Case Against Trump’s Co-Defendants in the FLA Classified Documents Case?
The Justice of Department's inaction appears to protect both Trump's reputation and Kash Patel's nomination to head the FBI.

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Temporary Reprieve or Sustainable Peace?
The implementation of the second stage of the agreement, or even just continued calm, likely depends on whether President Donald Trump is prepared to intervene to keep the peace.

The Just Security Podcast: What Just Happened Series, Trump’s Immigration Executive Orders
This "What Just Happened?" episode focuses on President Trump’s Executive Orders and other policies regarding immigration and the border.

The Just Security Podcast: Special Counsel Jack Smith’s Final Report in the 2020 Election Interference Case
Joining the show to discuss Jack Smith's final report in the 20220 election interference case are Tom Joscelyn and Marty Lederman.

Stefanik’s Senate Confirmation Hearings Bring Mix of Worry and Opportunity at UN
Foreign diplomats at the U.N. will likely watch Stefanik's confirmation hearings with a mixture of trepidation and tempered optimism.

Judge Cannon and the Special Counsel’s Report
Explaining the state of litigation over whether DOJ can publicly release the January 6th report - and how the Supreme Court may decide.

Trump’s Real Felony Sentence: The Jury’s Verdict Hasn’t Been Erased
For the last week, President-elect Donald Trump’s defense attorneys submitted hundreds of pages of legal arguments in four courts from New York City to Albany to Washington,…