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Giuliani’s FARA Problem
Rudy Giuliani's communications – in the form of emails, WhatsApp messages, and phone logs between Giuliani and his associates – show that, in seeking Yovanovitch’s removal,…

Ukraine’s Pandemic-Era Obligations to Civilians in Crimea and Donbas Under Humanitarian Law
Russia is not the sole State with such responsibilities. As the displaced sovereign, Ukraine retains certain residual obligations towards its citizens.

Limited Sanctions Will Not Deter Putin, But They Are a Fine Start
All this disclosure is arguably the best way for democracies to use true information to fight back against manipulative active measures

Congress Now Has More Power to Shed Light on Trump’s Abuses of Power
Throughout former President Donald Trump’s tenure, the White House stonewalled congressional oversight requests with impunity. Until now.

Manafort and His Ukraine Patron: “FinCEN Files” Further Illustrate Gaping Holes in Oversight
Leaked documents in a global news investigation reveal suspicious transactions and business practices that undermine US interests.

Manafort’s Reward: Sen. Ron Johnson and the Ukraine Conspiracy Investigation: Part II
How Senator Johnson’s efforts have worked in tandem with Paul Manafort’s efforts — as the former Trump campaign chair has likely remained silent in exchange for a pardon.

Political Attacks on Eastern Europe Watchdogs Compound Threats to Democracy
Ombudspersons face similar risks across the region, as autocratic ruling parties seek to remove independent checks on their control.

The OSCE: A Bulwark Against Authoritarianism
On the 45th anniversary of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, don't abandon it by leaving its crucial institutions without leadership.

How Sen. Ron Johnson’s Investigation Became an Enabler of Russian Disinformation: Part I
"There are three channels of Russian disinformation that have apparently affected Sen. Johnson’s Ukraine-related investigations."

National Security at the United Nations This Week (July 17-24)
(Editor’s Note: This is the latest in Just Security’s weekly series keeping readers up to date on developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security,…

The Life and Adventures of Ron Johnson: His Journey Through “Multiple Untruths” to the Fable of Obamagate
The Lugar Center is a fairly recent addition of the sort of traditional institute in Washington that prevailed before Donald Trump. Its mission is to advance an internationalist…

State’s Selective Cooperation with Congress Raises Legal Questions that Demand Answers
The State Department appears to be engaged in coordinated cooperation with an oversight investigation designed to harm Democratic presidential candidate, Joe Biden, while ignoring…