McConnell Admits U.S. May Be in 'Early Stages' of Trade War
But will Congress act to rein in Trump?
Law & Government
Kavanaugh and Executive Power - the Good, the Bad, and the Overblown
The debate over Judge Kavanaugh's views on executive power actually encompasses four separate issues. On some of them his views bode well for the future, on others not so much.
Rep. Justin Amash Slams Republican Leadership for Meaningless Response to Trump Tariffs
Amash wondered why Mitch McConnell and Paul Ryan even want to be leaders in Congress "if all they intend to do is outsource their jobs to the president."
Are Congressional Republicans Ready To Fight Trump's Tariff Madness?
Is Congress finally ready to get into the fight?
This Congresswoman Thinks First-Time Illegal Border Crossing Should Be a Felony
Rep. Diane Black has proposed legislation reclassifying the offense.
What Should Libertarians Fear Most from SCOTUS Pick Brett Kavanaugh?: Podcast
Jonathan Adler says he's "supremely qualified," an originalist, and a critic of the administrative state. But he's a cipher when it comes to defendants' rights.
Trump Pardons Oregon Ranchers Convicted in Brush Fire Case
Steve and Dwight Hammond became a cause célèbre for angry ranchers and another example of inflexible mandatory minimum sentences.
Trump Says He Hasn't Talked Abortion With Kavanaugh
Many Democrats have come out against Kavanaugh's nomination, arguing that he'll mean the end of Roe v. Wade.
SCOTUS Nominee Brett Kavanaugh Sees Perils of Aggressive Administrative State
Like Neil Gorsuch, the D.C. Circuit judge has criticized Chevron deference for encouraging executive arrogance.
SCOTUS Shortlister Brett Kavanaugh on Obamacare and Judicial Restraint
Reviewing the record of a possible replacement for Justice Anthony Kennedy.
Tennessee Congressional Candidate Builds Literal Wall in Cringeworthy Campaign Ad
Jason Emert really wants people to know he supports Donald Trump.
Copyright Infringement of 'Sexier' Statue of Liberty Costs Postal Service $3.5 Million
The Post Office must pay $3.5 million for using a "fresh-faced," "sexier" Statue of Liberty replica on a stamp.
SCOTUS Shortlister Raymond Kethledge on Free Speech, Gun Rights, Originalism, and Chevron Deference
Reviewing the record of a possible replacement for Justice Anthony Kennedy.
The Debt Clock Keeps Spinning
Federal debt now equals 78 percent of gross domestic product.
Conservatives #BoycottWalmart for Selling 'Impeach 45' Onesies
Angry Twitter users have called for a boycott of Walmart, even though the retailer also sells plenty of pro-Trump apparel.
SCOTUS Shortlister Amy Coney Barrett on Overturning Precedent and Judicial Deference to Lawmakers
Reviewing the record of a possible replacement for Justice Anthony Kennedy.
Judge to Detroit Students: We Can't Force Schools to Actually Teach You Anything
Reading is fundamental, but it's not a fundamental right.
62 Percent of Americans Want the Senate to Vote on Trump's Supreme Court Pick Before Midterms
The Senate should confirm or reject Trump's Supreme Court nominee before the November elections, poll respondents say.
Let Freedom Boom
Fireworks are no different from any other good demanded by consenting individuals.
Legal or Illegal, Fireworks Are More Available Than Ever
Widespread demand, scofflawry, and loosening laws are making firecrackers, fountains, and bottle rockets easier to get.
Senators Demand an Explanation After the F-35 Savings Estimate Is Off By $600 Million
The Senate asks the Pentagon's F-35 program to explain its sizable discrepancy in savings estimates.
Police Arrest Man Who Threatened to Kill Rand Paul and Butcher Family, Senator Says
Rand Paul thanks U.S. Capitol Police for arresting a man who allegedly made disturbing threats against the senator and his family.
Charlottesville White Nationalist Sues 'To Bring Civility Back,' Wins $5 in Damages From Woman Who Cursed Him Out
A woman screamed "fuck you" and "fuck you, asshole," at the white nationalist, in addition to calling him a "murderer" and a "crybaby."
When the Supreme Court Blessed the Imperial Presidency
The story of how classical liberal Justice George Sutherland enabled executive overreach abroad.
Rep. Justin Amash Calls Out House Republicans for Passing 'Massively Wasteful' $675 Billion Defense Bill
Amash was one of just three House Republicans to vote against the spending bill.
Gun Controllers Blame Congress for the Annapolis Shooting. But Why?
What piece of legislation could have prevented yesterday's attack?
A Post-Roe World Would Pave the Way for a New Black Market in Abortion Pills
Forget coat-hangers and back alleys. The future of illegal abortions is online pharmaceuticals.
Should Courts Defer to Agency Litigating Positions?
How much deference should amicus briefs and agency advocacy receive from the courts?
Despite Trump Endorsement, GOP Immigration Bill Rejected in Landslide House Vote
More than 100 Republicans voted against the GOP's "compromise" bill.
My USA Today Op Ed on the Travel Ban Decision
The op ed outlines some of the grave flaws in today's Supreme Court ruling.
As Markets Tank and Opposition to Tariffs Grow, Trump Stays the Course. Where is Congress?
"It's all working out great," Trump said in South Carolina. Few people seem to agree with that assessment.
Rand Paul Is Suing the Neighbor Who Assaulted Him
In a civil suit, Paul's attorney claims the senator has been the victim of "physical pain and mental suffering."
Initial Thoughts on the Supreme Court's Terrible Travel Ban Decision
Some preliminary comments on a badly flawed ruling.
Federal Judge Dismisses Climate Change Damage Lawsuits Against Big Oil
Is it really fair for we who benefited from fossil fuels to blame for global warming on those who supplied what we demanded?
Has the U.S. Constitution Lost Its Meaning? A Debate
Law professors Randy Barnett and Michael Dorf argued over "originalism" at an event hosted by the Soho Forum.
Immigration Hardliners Lose Today in an 8-1 Supreme Court Ruling
The ruling also raises questions about the future viability of "Chevron deference."
Supreme Court Rules States Can Demand Outside Online Retailers Collect Sales Taxes
A blow against federalism, tax competition, and small businesses trying to expand.
Does Justice Kennedy Want to Restore Chevron's Domain? (Updated)
Justice Kennedy calls for reconsidering parts of the Court's Chevron jurisprudence.
Justice Kennedy Questions Chevron Deference
In a concurring opinion issued today, the Supreme Court's key swing vote justice expressed serious misgivings about a major Supreme Court precedent requiring courts to defer to executive branch administrative agencies.
A Little-Noticed Legal Ruling That Is Bad News for Trump
Can the president of the United States be sued for damages in a civil proceeding?
Eliminate, Don't Expand, Electric Vehicle Credit
Congress should resist the call of special interests.
Senate Can't Muster Votes to Trim 0.08 Percent of Federal Budget
Trump's plan to cut $15 billion in spending really would have cut only about $1.1 billion. Its rejection is depressing anyway.
You Might Have a 'Uniquely Compelling' Reason to Find Out Whether Your Government Has Placed You on a Kill List
Bilal Abdul Kareem has been nearly droned in Syria five times already. A federal judge agrees his lawsuit over the matter can proceed.
LAUSD's Fiscal Crisis Can't be Blamed on Charter Schools or Declining Enrollment
Rising benefits costs and a bloated administration is putting Los Angeles' schools deep in the red.
How to Make a Pension Crisis Worse: N.J. Officials Want Back in, Without Paying for It
A bill would allow some officials retroactive access to potentially 10 years of pension payments. Guess who would be on the hook for it?
Maybe Snatching Toddlers From Their Asylum-Seeking Parents Is Who We Are: Podcast
Reason editors discuss what anti-immigration fantasy looks like when translated into policy, and how education diversity goals lead to discrimination.
Congress Wants to Ban Sex Dolls That Look Like Kids
The bill is called the Curbing Realistic Exploitative Electronic Pedophilic Robots, or CREEPER, Act. Of course.
Pensions, Administrative Bloat, and the Success of Charter Schools Are Driving the Los Angeles Public School System Towards Insolvency
The school district points fingers at charter schools instead of trying to slim down and compete, a new report says.
