Constitutional Topics

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

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...

Citing The Constitution, Border Czar Homan Responds To Use Of 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...

DeSantis Proposes Limiting Federal Court Jurisdiction

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...

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...

President Donald Trump's extensive use of executive orders has faced significant judicial scrutiny. Several federal judges have issued rulings that challenge the administration's actions: James Boasberg , an Obama appointee, halted the administration's attempt to quickly deport migrants without...

The Trump administration’s recent actions have sparked debate, as it moved to deport Venezuelans to El Salvador and Honduras, defying a federal judge’s order. The situation unfolded when flights carrying these immigrants were already in motion as U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg attempted...

SCOTUS to Hear Colorado’s Conversion Therapy Case

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a First Amendment challenge to Colorado’s ban on “conversion therapy.” Kaley Chiles, a Christian therapist, argues that the law infringes on her free speech rights. The ban prohibits attempts to change a minor’s sexual orientation or gender...

Citibank Directed by Trump Officials to Suspend Biden’s $20 Billion Climate Initiative Pending Probe

Citibank finds itself embroiled in a high-stakes saga involving a $20 billion climate fund from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, an initiative sparked by the Biden administration’s 2022 Inflation Reduction Act. The Trump administration recently ordered Citibank to freeze these funds, citing...

Rubio Targets ‘anti-semitic and pro-terrorist’ Visa Holders

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has adopted a stringent approach to visa policies, targeting individuals involved in what he terms anti-Semitic and pro-terrorist activities. Rubio emphasized that foreign nationals openly supporting Hamas, a U.S.-designated terrorist group, have no claim to remain...

Trump’s Firing Deemed Unlawful, Judge Reinstates Labor Board Member

Judge Beryl Howell from the DC District Court has made headlines by reinstating Gwynne Wilcox to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). This decision serves as a reminder of the constitutional principles that guide our nation’s governance. Wilcox’s removal by President Donald Trump was...

Trump asks Supreme Court for Birthright Citizenship Restrictions

President Trump’s executive order aims to restrict the Fourteenth Amendment’s broad birthright citizenship. It targets children born in the U.S. to parents without permanent legal status. This action has prompted numerous legal challenges, arguing that Trump’s interpretation conflicts with...

On March 4, 1789, the United States government began operating under the U.S. Constitution, marking the end of the Confederation Congress that had governed under the Articles of Confederation. Despite this significant change, only 22 of the expected 81 members arrived at New York City's Federal...

From the earliest days of the republic to modern trade wars, tariffs have shaped the very balance of power between Congress and the presidency. What began as a clear constitutional mandate for Congress under Article I, Section 8 has shifted dramatically over time, as presidents have claimed...

The 14th Amendment, ratified in 1868 after the Civil War, aimed to extend equal protection under the law to all citizens, regardless of background. It marked a significant step in ensuring constitutional rights for those previously enslaved. The Slaughterhouse Cases of 1873 initially limited the...

“The executive power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America.” This sentence in Article II, Section 1, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution has sparked numerous debates. The clause was designed to create a single executive, addressing concerns that fragmented leadership...

What Happens if Congress and the President Disagree on War?

The U.S. Constitution establishes the framework for war powers in Articles I and II. Congress has the power to declare war, as stated in Article I, Section 8. This ensures major military escalations receive broad deliberation. The President, as Commander in Chief (Article II, Section 2), leads...

Who Gets to See Classified Docs First

The release of classified documents to individuals before Congress or the public is complex and uncommon. Precedents generally allow classified material to be withheld from public release to protect national security, with congressional oversight providing a legal avenue for review. The Epstein...

6 Times Progressives Defied Presidential Power

The judiciary was designed to be impartial, yet history has shown that some judges have pushed beyond their constitutional role, injecting politics into the bench. Now, as impeachment proceedings against judges gain momentum, the question arises: Are these necessary checks on judicial overreach, or...

Hamilton vs. Jefferson: The Cabinet Meeting That Started It All

George Washington established the Cabinet in 1789, relying on his judgment to assemble a group of advisors to shape America’s path. Alexander Hamilton joined as Secretary of the Treasury, Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, and Henry Knox as Secretary of War. Edmund Randolph served as...

Does Rising Crime Warrant Federal Control Over D.C.?

President Donald Trump envisions a federal takeover of Washington, D.C. to address crime and leadership issues. He proposes leveraging D.C.’s unique constitutional status to allow federal governance of the District. Trump argues this approach could tackle: Crime Graffiti Homelessness These...