Category: Constitutional Topics

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Presidential Authority in Foreign Nuclear Policies The President's role in nuclear agreements with foreign nations is complex, governed by constitutional checks and balances. While the Constitution grants the President significant foreign policy powers, these are not absolute. Treaties require two-thirds Senate approval, limiting unilateral action on nuclear control in other nations. Executive agreements offer presidents…

Constitutional Crisis Defined

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Defining a Constitutional Crisis A constitutional crisis occurs when branches of government clash, potentially breaching the system of checks and balances. The U.S. Constitution serves as both guidebook and referee for these conflicts. However, not every political disagreement constitutes a crisis, as conflict is inherent to the democratic process. Some argue a crisis emerges when…

Do federal judges have the authority to overrule the American People and Presidential Agenda?

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Judicial Power to Block Executive Actions Federal courts have oversight powers rooted in the U.S. Constitution. Judicial authority, especially concerning injunctions against executive actions, draws from Article III. Judicial review serves as a check on the executive branch, preventing any overreach that might infringe on constitutional laws or rights. During President Trump's tenure, several federal…

Citing The Constitution, Border Czar Homan Responds To Use Of Alien Enemies Act

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Trump Administration Invokes Alien Enemies Act Border czar Tom Homan addressed questions about the Trump administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. This act allows the president to deport nationals of enemy countries without a hearing during conflicts. President Trump applied this law to target Venezuelan nationals associated with the Tren de Aragua…

How a Push to Amend the Constitution Could Help Trump Expand Presidential Power

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Constitutional Convention Debate Intensifies Efforts to call a constitutional convention through Article V have sparked debate. A legal movement aims to address national debt through this mechanism. Critics worry it could lead to broader constitutional changes, including altering the balance of power. The Federal Fiscal Sustainability Foundation, supported by groups like ALEC, is pushing this…

Judge Halts USAID Shutdown Over Constitutional Concerns

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Constitutional Challenges to USAID Shutdown Judge Theodore Chuang has challenged the Trump administration’s attempt to close down the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). His ruling suggests these efforts may have violated the Constitution by disregarding rules about separation of powers and the Appointments Clause. This raises important constitutional questions about the proper authorization for…

Less Federal Funding, More State Responsibility on Desaster Preparedness

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Shifting Disaster Preparedness to State Levels The executive order signed by Donald Trump emphasizes a shift in disaster preparedness responsibility to state and local authorities. This change alters the traditional approach, which largely relied on federal oversight. State and local entities are now expected to lead these efforts, with the federal government providing a supportive…

DeSantis Proposes Limiting Federal Court Jurisdiction

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DeSantis Courts Proposal Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has put forth a controversial proposal to limit federal court jurisdiction as a means to prevent certain judges from interfering with President Trump’s policies. DeSantis argues that Congress possesses this power under Article III of the Constitution, citing historical precedents such as Thomas Jefferson’s elimination of judgeships in…

Judges Challenge Trump’s Orders

Mar 18, 2025

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