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Binders of executive orders stacked on a desk.

Collection: Just Security’s Coverage of Trump Administration Executive Actions

Coverage of key developments, including in concise “What Just Happened” expert explainers, legal and policy analysis, and more. Check back frequently for updates.
U.S. President Donald Trump sits at a table with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, and other European leaders

Trump, Zelenskyy, European Leaders in White House Meeting: Progress Toward a Deal?

Getting to any deal between Ukraine & Russia will require the United States & Europe to stand by Ukrainians & stare down Russia's demands.
Yemeni rescuers transport the bodies of victims pulled from the rubble of a building hit in US strikes in the northern province of Saada on April 28, 2025. Huthi media in Yemen said on April 28 that US strikes targeted a migrant detention centre in Saada, killing at least 68 people. (Photo by -/AFP via Getty Images)

In Preparing for Large-Scale Conflicts, States Neglect Lessons on Civilian Protection at Their Peril

A new assessment shows that, among the U.S., the U.K., and the Netherlands, none are prepared for the challenges of protecting civilians.
France's Minister of Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu (centre L) and US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (R)

Hidden in the U.S. Army’s New Reform Initiative Is a Warning for Europe

Europe must accept that continued dependence on the United States is not viable and build a fully self-sufficient European defense.
U.S. Soldier performs maintenance on a Browning .50 Cal Heavy-Barrel machine gun

If McDonald’s Can Fix Its Own Machines, Why Can’t the U.S. Military?

Congress should pass legislation to give U.S. service members the tools and the authority to repair their own equipment.
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Paul Weme, NATO Headquarters, salutes the American flag during a Veterans Day ceremony

Veterans Can’t Sit This One Out

Veteran Services Organizations and veterans should be leading the charge to defend our constitutional system
The Pentagon logo and an American flag are lit up in the briefing room of Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

How the Pentagon Personnel Firings Threaten Our Apolitical Military

This unprecedented purge of the nation’s top brass suggests that Trump may attempt to fill these roles with officers he perceives as loyal.
The photo shows the leaders standing at individual podiums arrayed on a small stage in front of flags of each of their countries against a blue backdrop. The foreground shows the backs of the audience.

A Nordic ‘Trump-Mitigation’ Strategy Amid a Return of Power Politics

These Northern European States, with their Baltic neighbors, will play a vital role in supporting Ukraine and defending international law amid the emerging instability of the Trump…
The U.S. flag is shown on a U.S. Army soldier's uniform.

Some Reforms to Consider as the Uniform Code of Military Justice Turns 75 This Spring

The UCMJ's 75-year mark is an auspicious time to consider reforms that would dramatically alter the system President Truman signed into law.
The photo shows two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets sitting next to each other in the open-top assault vehicle. The one on the left is saluting.

Biden’s Unfinished Business: A Bridge to Shore Up a European Flank – in the Balkans

Temporary US troops could restore stability and thwart Serb political leaders threatening secession amid the EU Force's weakened deterrence.

Hiatus for Veterans Day

Just Security is on hiatus in honor of Veterans Day.
The main conference room is shown inside the Situation Room complex at the White House

The “War Game” Documentary, and Simulating a Worse January 6th

How would – and how should – our most senior government leaders respond?
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