Separation of powers

Congress can impose consequences for presidents abusing the pardon power by increasing oversight and imposing transparency requirements.

Leaders must communicate carefully with the public and subordinates, and minimize damage to the military, without adding to societal tension.

Section 502B(c) is a potent tool to accelerate congressional oversight of support to countries with concerning human rights records. 

Three years since taking office as president, the pledges that legitimized his ascent have fallen far short as he moves to monopolize power.

Five myths broken down by J. William Leonard who, in government service, was responsible for the oversight of classified information for the entire executive branch.

At one-year mark of Biden administration, top experts revisit proposals to restore and promote nonpartisan principles of good government.

A detailed account of instances of past administrations' disclosing presidential records, including those of former presidents, to Congress.

Unpacking the Office of Legal Counsel's opinion, how it lines up with past administrations, what it means for future congressional oversight.

Awkward transitions to “unified government” and what it portends.

As President-Elect Joe Biden announces his picks for cabinet positions, the Nation’s focus has increasingly turned to the challenges facing the incoming administration. One such…

U.S. corporations, including Nestle and Cargill, may face massive liability under the Alien Tort Statute for aiding and abetting slavery abroad. But does the ATS support such liability?…

[Editor’s Note: This article is part of a Just Security series on the consolidated cases of Nestlé USA, Inc. v. Doe I and Cargill Inc. v. Doe I, which was argued before…