Forget Robert Mueller. Trump's Attacks On Syria Are a Reminder We're Already in a Constitutional Crisis
Congress has completely abdicated its constitutional responsibility to authorize war.
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Trump Wages War Wherever and Whenever He Wants
The unauthorized attack on Syria shows Congress won't enforce limits on the president's military powers.
Comey Acknowledges Screwing Up in Encryption Fight, But He Still Doesn't Grasp the Issue
The former FBI director recognizes his criticism of Apple was "thoughtless," but he doesn't see the underlying problem with seeking cybersecurity back doors.
The Real Constitutional Crisis Is Congress' Unwillingness to Do Its Job: Podcast
From Syria to spending, the legislative branch has lost all interest in performing its basic constitutional functions.
One More Word About The Stormy Daniels Affair
Trump's denials of involvement in the Stormy Daniels arrangements may turn out badly for him
Americans Have a Dangerous Deficit in Trade Understanding
It doesn't matter if those to whom you sell goods or labor are not the same as those from whom you buy these things. The same goes for America.
Intervention: A Success Story!
Let's look back at our nation's questionable adventures in the Middle East.
'Mission Accomplished'? Maybe Ask George Bush About That.
Trump's Syria-related tweet once again betrays a terrifying lack of historical awareness.
When Trump Loses Alex Jones' and Gains Elizabeth Warren's Support, All Things Are Possible!
The president's controversial, unconstitutional, dumb Syria strikes are insane-and just might mean we can start talking seriously about politics again.
The Deep-State Liars of the #Resistance
Democrats are rehabilitating the deservedly poor reputations of surveillance-state officials who were caught lying to the American people
Trump Attacks Syria Without Congressional Authorization (or Clearly Defined Goals)
Basically, it's just like every other military engagement since 9/11.
A Possible Victory for Federalism and Marijuana Legalization
Donald Trump's deal with Senator Cory Gardner could pave the way for the effective elimination of the federal law banning marijuana in those states that have legalized pot under state law.
Trump Announces Unprecedented Support for Legalizing Marijuana
Drug war is over (if you want it).
Scooter Libby Aside, Presidential Pardons Are Good and Trump Should Issue Even More of Them
"I don't know Mr. Libby, but for years I have heard that he has been treated unfairly."
The Constitution and Trump's Next Strike Against Syria
A small-scale strike might be constitutional even without congressional support. But it is also likely to be useless, much like last year's missile strike turned out to be. Large-scale military action of the sort that could make a real difference, requires advance congressional authorization.
Rand Paul Worries Mike Pompeo Will Keep America in Afghanistan Even Longer
"The president has been very specific, at times, on this," Paul said. "He said 'it is time to get out of Afghanistan.'"
The Answer Trump Needs in Syria
Withdrawal and diplomacy is the most prudent path forward in Syria. Not military escalation.
Trump Says 'Nice and New and "Smart!"' U.S. Missiles Headed For Syria
The president just threatened a confrontation with a nuclear power. Via tweet.
Is Facebook Doomed? What To Expect from Mark Zuckerberg's Senate Testimony
His company's revenue and user growth are flattening; his image is in the toilet. Expect an embrace of hard or soft regulation from the social media king.
Americans Can't Stand Each Other, So Let's Stop Forcing Our Preferences on One Another
If you want to avoid conflict among hostile groups, decentralize power-preferably to individuals.
Feds Raid Office of Trump Lawyer Who Paid Off Stormy Daniels. This Is a Big Deal.
The search of Michael Cohen's office, explained.
The Cambridge Analytica Furor: Partisan Hype or Genuine Scandal?
Cambridge Analytica and the Trump campaign copied tactics from the Obama campaign's playbook. Should that change how we view the supposed Facebook scandal?
Trump Mulls Military Response to Syrian Chemical Attack
Escalating U.S. intervention in Syria comes with few benefits and lots of risks.
Trump Is a Low-Information Gasbag
Trump does not treat his ignorance as a flaw to be fixed. He treats it as a precious jewel to be protected.
My new "The Hill" Op Ed on Federalism and the Legal Battle Over Sanctuary Cities
The various lawsuits pitting the Trump administration against sanctuary jurisdictions has important implications for constitutional federalism that go beyond immigration policy.
How Congress Could Stop Trump's Trade War, and Why It Might Not
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he's "nervous" about getting into a global trade war. Here's what he could do to prevent one.
Wait: Why Do We Need MORE Troops To Stop FEWER Illegals?
The Trump administration is wasting time, money, and people by sending National Guard members to the U.S.-Mexico border.
Trump's National Guard Deployment to the Border Is Political Theater, Just Like Obama's and Bush's
Border Patrol guards average just two illegal-immigrant apprehensions per month; they don't need reinforcements.
Trump's Trade War Will Crush American Farmers, Fuel Soy Boys
Chinese tariffs will make American soy cheaper in domestic markets, crushing farmers' profits and disrupting a $14 billion international market.
Donald Trump's Petty Authoritarianism Is Driving His Vendetta Against Amazon
To serve his own insecurities, Trump is waging a bellicose war on Americans who work, buy, and invest.
Open Season on Russian Oligarchs, Prison Porn Ban Heads to Court, How the Media Got the Pulse Massacre Wrong: Reason Roundup
Plus: YouTube shooter bought and registered gun legally.
10 Ways Trump's New Tariffs Will Piss You Off
And 1,300 more that will make you scratch your head.
Trump, the Anti-Business President
Donald Trump is a perpetual danger to every company in America.
'Free-Market' Conservatives Welcome Their New Protectionist Overlord
Even Larry Kudlow is calling Trump's tariffs a "growth action."
Hawks Cheer and Doves Cry as Trump Fails to Follow Through on Syrian Withdrawal
For now the U.S. stays stuck in Syria.
Democrats Can Blame Themselves if Trump Wins His War on the Filibuster
For partisans of limited government, this would be terrible news.
Trump Wants the U.S. Military 'To Secure' the U.S.-Mexico Border
If the president sends active-duty Army troops to the border without congressional approval, he will be acting in violation of federal law.
Kevin Williamson Declares the 'Passing of the Libertarian Moment.' Again.
Are you freer now than you were 10 years ago? And what about a decade from now?
5 Things Everyone's Getting Wrong About Sinclair Broadcast Group
The company that brought you that wince-inducing "fake news" promo is not a "monopoly," and cracking down on it will not defend the free press.
Trump Administration Announces Rollback of Obama-Era Vehicle Emissions Standards
The new rules will likely lead to cheaper, safer vehicles.
Trump Bravely Kills the Already Dead DACA Fix
Only a man with a big heart can dump on foreign workers while enjoying their services.
When Trump Goes to War With Amazon, Everybody Loses: Podcast
The greatest conflict of our time enters a new phase.
Everyone Loses as China Escalates Trade War With Tariffs on American Pork, Fruit, and More
"No one wins in these tit-for-tat trade disputes, least of all the farmers and the consumers."
Constitutional Law Scholars' Amicus Brief in the Travel Ban 3.0 Case Explains Why the Bill of Rights Restricts Federal Power over Immigration
The brief, which I coauthored on behalf of myself and six other legal scholars explains why the Bill of Rights constrains federal power over immigration no less than other types of federal power.
Trump Nominates a Toady for the Department of Veterans Affairs
Dr. Ronny Jackson is the hapless underling of an incompetent leader.
