Category: Constitutional Topics

On this day, June 16, in 1858, a lawyer from Illinois named Abraham Lincoln accepted the Republican nomination for Senate and delivered one of the most consequential speeches in American history. He warned a nation already fracturing under the pressure of slavery that a “house divided against itself cannot stand.” Lincoln did not expect the…

The recent deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles and discussions about potential Marine involvement have brought to the forefront critical questions about the constitutional limits of federal military power within the United States. To grasp the significance of these events, it’s essential to explore the legal foundations that govern the use of military…

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Transgender Inmate Care Ban U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth has issued a ruling that mandates the Bureau of Prisons continue providing gender-affirming care to transgender inmates, defying an executive order from President Donald Trump. This decision centers on the continuation of hormone therapy and social accommodations, such as clothing and hair-removal…

The Senior Executive Service: Bridging Policy and Action In the complex machinery of U.S. governance, the Senior Executive Service (SES) plays a crucial yet often overlooked role. Composed of the highest-ranking career officials, the SES connects presidential appointees to the larger federal workforce, translating top-level policies into everyday actions. However, under the Trump administration, these…

Trump Administration’s Urgent Plea to Supreme Court The Trump administration has made another urgent plea to the Supreme Court, seeking immediate approval to reduce its federal workforce. This appeal follows a district court’s decision that significantly impeded President Trump’s broader workforce reduction strategy. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argues that this judicial barrier is causing…

If you’re paying a mortgage, dreaming of owning a home, or just hoping interest rates don’t spike again — this matters more than you think. Behind the scenes, two of the biggest names in housing finance — Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — could soon be spun off into the private market. That might sound…

Judge Chutkan’s Ruling on Musk and DOGE Lawsuit U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan’s recent ruling provides a nuanced perspective on the constitutional balancing act concerning Elon Musk’s role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Despite the Trump administration’s attempts to dismiss the case, Chutkan allowed the lawsuit against Musk and DOGE to proceed while…

Secretary Rubio Unveils New Visa Restriction Policy to Protect American Free Speech Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a groundbreaking policy aimed at safeguarding American free speech rights from foreign interference. The new visa restriction policy targets foreign nationals involved in censoring Americans, potentially barring them from entering the United States. "For too long,…

Legal and Constitutional Challenges The struggle over birthright citizenship ignites debate in America’s legal landscape, rooted in the 14th Amendment. President Trump’s executive order aims to dismantle this guarantee, sparking legal challenges and public discourse. The Supreme Court is central to untangling this constitutional issue. The justices will examine the legality of Trump’s actions and…

Few policy debates ignite public attention as quickly — or as vaguely — as the call to “defund Planned Parenthood.” For some, it’s a moral imperative. For others, a threat to basic healthcare access. But beyond the political noise, what does defunding actually involve? Who decides what gets funded — and why? And how do…