Constitutional Topics

Thomas Massie’s Fight for Constitutional Conservatism

MIT-trained engineer Thomas Massie transitioned from the mechanical world to the political stage, entering Congress as a constitutional conservative representing Kentucky’s 4th District. Massie’s approach is characterized by his adherence to principles and his tendency to vote independently,...

What It Means To Defund Planned Parenthood

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...

Are Louisiana’s Jails Violating the Constitution?

The recent escape of ten inmates from Orleans Parish Jail in Louisiana has raised serious questions about the constitutional rights of pretrial detainees and the state’s adherence to due process. This incident exposes potential violations of the Fifth, Eighth, and Fourteenth Amendments , which...

GOP Warns Trump: Turn Down the Jet

Donald Trump’s acceptance of a $400 million luxury Boeing jet from Qatar’s royal family has ignited a firestorm of controversy across the political spectrum. Critics from both sides of the aisle have raised concerns: Senator Chris Murphy (D-Connecticut): Called it “the definition of...

Trump’s Own Justice Grills White House on Defiance of Courts

During recent Supreme Court oral arguments, Justice Amy Coney Barrett engaged in a revealing exchange with U.S. Solicitor General John Sauer regarding the Trump administration’s adherence to federal court rulings. The questioning centered on a case involving birthright citizenship and highlighted...

Flipping on Taxes, Trump Tests America’s Founding Principles

Populism often challenges the stability of constitutional structures. The Founding Fathers designed our Constitution with checks and balances to prevent hasty decisions, particularly regarding tax policies. Populist rhetoric sometimes clashes with these constitutional guardrails, favoring direct...

Judge Orders Migrant’s Return to US

Judge Fernando Rodriguez Jr.’s recent ruling has thrown a wrench in the Trump administration’s plans regarding the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. The decision critically examines whether the circumstances envisioned by the statute align with the administration’s actions. Rodriguez clarified that...

Yellowstone’s ‘Zone of Death’: Could You Really Get Away with Murder?

Deep in Yellowstone National Park lies a 50-square-mile strip of Idaho known as the “Zone of Death,” where a legal quirk could, in theory, let someone dodge prosecution for serious crimes like murder. First flagged by law professor Brian C. Kalt in 2005, this loophole stems from a clash between...

Second Amendment Irony: Disarming the Government, Not the People?

Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama has introduced the “Why Does the IRS Need Guns Act,” proposing to remove firearms and ammunition from IRS agents. The plan would: Prohibit the IRS from using funds to acquire firearms and ammunition Transfer existing weapons to the Administrator of General Services...

Tax Cuts For Everyone Or Should The Wealthy Pay More?

Tax policy remains a contentious issue in U.S. politics, with the Republican Party steadfastly committed to reducing taxes across the board. House Speaker Mike Johnson, a key figure in this approach, has consistently voiced opposition to tax increases on high-income earners. Recent discussions...

REAL ID and Surveillance State Concerns

The REAL ID Act, set to be enforced on May 7, 2025 , will change domestic travel in the United States. This federal law requires REAL ID-compliant licenses or other approved identification for boarding domestic flights. To obtain a REAL ID in Arizona, for example, individuals need: Proof of birth...

Arizona Takes Action on Noncitizen Voters

Arizona is verifying and removing noncitizens from its voter rolls following a lawsuit by America First Legal (AFL), led by former Trump advisor Stephen Miller. The suit, targeting 15 Arizona counties, claimed they weren’t following state law on citizenship verification. Now, these counties are...

1968 Civil Rights Act Signed

April 11, 1968, marked a pivotal moment in American history with the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 , also known as the Fair Housing Act, by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This legislative milestone came just a week after Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, which acted as a catalyst for...

What It Means When Democrats Vote Like Republicans

In 2025, American politics resembles a battlefield more than a republic, with key figures like Jared Golden marking new paths by crossing party lines. Golden supported the SAVE Act, which demands proof of citizenship before voting—a move he defends as necessary to prevent fraud. Critics argue it...

Can Congress Regain Tariff Power?

The U.S. Constitution designates Congress as the primary authority over tariffs. Article I, Section 8 endows Congress with the power to "lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises," and to "regulate Commerce with foreign Nations." These words cement Congress's central role in shaping...

Presidential Authority on the Brink: Will the Court Rewrite the Rules?

The recent legal developments concerning President Trump’s dismissals of Gwynne Wilcox from the National Labor Relations Board and Cathy Harris from the Merit Systems Protection Board have significant implications. A federal appeals court’s en banc 7-4 decision to reinstate these members,...

A True Battle Between Judiciary & Executive: Trump’s Rebellion Intensifies

Judge James Boasberg finds himself at the center of a legal showdown with the Trump administration over deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. In a recent hearing, Boasberg pointed out potential rule-breaking as two planes carrying alleged Venezuelan gang members were sent to El Salvador despite...

Maine Faces Legal Consequences for Defying Transgender Athlete Policy

Maine finds itself in a heated conflict with the Trump administration over its approach to transgender participation in girls’ sports. The issue centers on Title IX enforcement —a federal civil rights law prohibiting sex-based discrimination in education. Maine has allowed transgender girls to...

Presidential Pardon for Dark Web’s Most Infamous Kingpin

When the dark web’s most infamous kingpin walks free at the hands of a U.S. president, the world takes notice. Ulbricht, the mastermind behind Silk Road , envisioned a decentralized, anonymous marketplace rooted in libertarian ideals and enabled by emerging technologies like Tor and Bitcoin. But...

Boasberg Considers Contempt of Court

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg closely examined the Trump administration’s handling of deportations under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act. This scrutiny arose from the administration’s apparent disregard of a court order halting deportations of Venezuelan nationals. Boasberg focused on the March...