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The Unbearable Lightness of the Unitary Executive Theory

The Unbearable Lightness of the Unitary Executive Theory

A Supreme Court that embraces a powerful executive could aid President Trump’s efforts to eliminate agency independence.

Looking Back on How Government Built America

Looking Back on How Government Built America

As the second Trump Administration begins, scholars reflect on the new book, How Government Built America.

Dictatorship and Accountability

Dictatorship and Accountability

A recent Trump executive order unlawfully undermines the authority of independent agencies.

A Modern Consumer Bill of Rights in the Age of AI

A Modern Consumer Bill of Rights in the Age of AI

The rapid advance of AI systems requires new shared guideposts for consumer protection.

Will the ABA Continue to Accredit Law Schools?

Will the ABA Continue to Accredit Law Schools?

The Trump Administration may challenge the American Bar Association’s role in accrediting law schools.

International Organizations Can Help DOGE Deregulate

International Organizations Can Help DOGE Deregulate

International organizations can conduct research on regulatory efficiency and best practices to support DOGE’s mission.

President Trump’s Pretextual Justifications for Raising Tariffs on Canadian Energy

President Trump’s Pretextual Justifications for Raising Tariffs on Canadian Energy

The President’s concern about trade partners’ “cheating” is an insufficient justification for the tariffs.

Can the Courts Manage the Trump Blitzkrieg?

Can the Courts Manage the Trump Blitzkrieg?

Legal questions raised in the first weeks of the Trump Administration may require the Supreme Court to make difficult decisions quickly.

The CRA is a Payday for Congressional Republicans

The CRA is a Payday for Congressional Republicans

The Congressional Review Act offers a divided Republican caucus the opportunity to gut regulations.

Will Trump 2.0 Deregulate More than Trump 1.0?

Will Trump 2.0 Deregulate More than Trump 1.0?

The incoming Trump Administration again promises massive deregulation, but it remains to be seen how much can realistically be rolled back.

Protecting Climate Legislation Through Issue Linkage

Protecting Climate Legislation Through Issue Linkage

Research shows that linking climate issues with other legislative priorities increases congressional support.

FDA’s “Belt and Suspenders” Approach to Mifepristone Approval

FDA’s “Belt and Suspenders” Approach to Mifepristone Approval

Political pressure and wary regulators shaped FDA’s mifepristone approval in 2000.