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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.
Stopped Security Assistance: From Counter-Narcotics to Combating Human Trafficking Programs
The Trump administration's "stop work" order on U.S. foreign assistance may hurt its foreign policy goals and national security priorities.
Court Says Warrant Needed for U.S. Person Queries of FISA Section 702 Data
Judge Hall’s Hasbajrami decision marks the first time a court has ruled that U.S. person queries of FISA Section 702 data must be performed pursuant to a warrant or an exception…
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.
Stop-Work Order on US Foreign Aid Puts China First and America Last
President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio's 90-day halt endangers health, economic and other programs, leaving gaps for China to fill.
Taliban Charges Show US Dilemma, Double Standards in Opposing International Criminal Court
The ICC’s mandate to pursue accountability for grave crimes applies regardless of whether alleged perpetrators are U.S. allies or adversaries.
Deprofessionalizing the State Department Is a Threat to National Security
One reason for the continuation of senior staff across administrations is because it takes time to build the human capital required, and an experienced diplomatic corps is an essential…
What Just Happened: Trump’s Executive Actions on Environment and Implications for US Climate Security
New executive orders create U.S. and global security risks in the face of climate change, which the Trump administration and Congress would be wise to mitigate.
What Just Happened: Sanctuary Policies and the DOJ Memo’s Empty Threat of Criminal Liability
A leading expert analyzes the Justice Department threat to prosecute state and local officials in sanctuary cities.
The Legal Problem with Trump’s WHO Order: The US Cannot Withdraw Until It Pays Its Dues
US and international law haven't changed since the last time Trump tried mandating withdrawal and nonpayment during his first term.
What Just Happened: What Trump’s Hobbling of the Privacy Oversight Board Portends for Exercise of Surveillance Powers
A “small” story about the removal of the three Democrats on the Private and Civil Liberties Board (PCLOB) is ominous.
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.