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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

College Quarterback Asks Trump For Executive Order Expanding Playoffs, In Case You're Wondering About The Quality Of Civics Education - Above the Law

Executive orders cannot unilaterally change laws; widespread civic illiteracy and normalization of executive overreach have led to misunderstandings about presidential power.
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from99% Invisible
6 days ago

Constitution Breakdown #4: Janet Napolitano - 99% Invisible

The Constitution's second provision uses vague language that grants broad presidential authority, while departmental discretion, institutional norms, and practice determine real executive power.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

It Turns Out Lindsey Halligan Was a Fake Prosecutor All Along

A court ruled President Trump cannot install partisan interim U.S. attorneys to target political rivals; indictments brought by such unlawfully appointed prosecutor were dismissed.
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fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 weeks ago

'Constitutional Law, Not Martial Law' - San Francisco Bay Times

Federalization of National Guard troops in multiple U.S. cities raised constitutional concerns and led a federal judge to block the Portland deployment.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

Voters Repudiate Trump Administration in Resounding Fashion

Democratic election wins improve midterm prospects, the Supreme Court faces limits on presidential tariff power, and SNAP policy is being used as political leverage.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Former US vice president Dick Cheney dies at 84 | amNewYork

Dick Cheney died at 84 on Nov. 3, 2025; influential vice president who championed the 2003 Iraq invasion and expanded presidential power.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

A Donor-Funded Army Wouldn't Just Be Illegal-It Would be Dangerous

A private billionaire anonymously donated $130 million to pay U.S. troops during a government shutdown, raising concerns about private influence over the presidency and oversight.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Conservative analyst slams "hogwash" claim Trump can't be a dictator because he won the election - LGBTQ Nation

A lawful election does not grant a president unchecked, monarchical power; constitutional checks and balances limit presidential authority.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Shutdown Is a Knife at a Gunfight

A federal shutdown centers less on policy and more on a presidential challenge to Congress's taxing and spending powers, complicating resolution and prompting private fundraising.
US politics
fromDefector
1 month ago

What Can't The President Do? | Defector

President Trump demolished the White House East Wing to build a larger ballroom and ordered lethal strikes on civilian boats alleging drug-trafficking without public evidence.
US politics
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Trump misleads on presidents' use of the Insurrection Act and his own 'unquestioned power' - Poynter

The Insurrection Act has been invoked 30 times by 17 presidents, is rarely used, and does not give the president unquestioned power.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Judge Ryan Nelson Agrees With Trump Sending Troops Into American Cities

Judge Ryan Nelson asserted broad presidential authority to deploy military domestically, minimizing judicial and legislative checks.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: The president should not be an enemy to half the nation

Presidents must uphold democracy and not weaponize power; civic trust requires accountable governance and reliable public services.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Behind the Curtain: It won't stop with Trump

Trump expanded presidential power to punish critics, aid allies, and police speech, setting precedent for retaliatory governance and chilling public expression.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Trump Is Trying to Brand Political Opposition As Rebellion

Political opposition and organized, nonviolent protest are protected speech and do not constitute rebellion without deliberate, organized violence against governmental authority.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

House Republican Warns Trump Not to Fall Into This Trap' of Weaponizing IRS, DOJ to Go After His Political Foes

Government agencies should never be weaponized against political opponents, regardless of past abuses or presidents.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Stephen Miller said Trump has plenary authority'. What does that mean?

The administration cites Title 10 and Article II to claim plenary presidential authority to direct federalized troops and broader military powers.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Taves: Capitulation wrought by fear,' top Silicon Valley executives mum to Trump's extortion

Federal acquisition of equity in tech firms risks distorting competition and corporate decision-making while Silicon Valley leaders publicly remain silent.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Taves: 'Capitulation wrought by fear,' top Silicon Valley executives mum to Trump's extortion

Presidential actions to extract equity and influence tech firms have silenced Silicon Valley leaders and risk blurring boundaries between state and market.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

We don't know how long Trump v. Kimmel will be a story. But it's a very important one.

The president threatening a comedian violates free speech and signals use of power to silence critics, potentially leading to prolonged legal and political consequences.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Kamala Harris Rattles Off Trump-Defying Acts Like Kimmel's Return As Signs Of Hope

Former Vice President Kamala Harris warned that lower courts have provided guardrails, but expressed concern reliance on the Supreme Court may not protect against presidential overreach.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Kimmel's suspension for Kirk comments sparks furor over free speech and censorship

Calls to restrict broadcast licenses and reshape media oversight intensify after Charlie Kirk's killing, fueling debates over media bias, presidential power, and free speech.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Trump announces plans for Memphis task force after meeting with Tennessee governor

Trump plans a task force and possible National Guard deployment to Memphis to combat rising crime; Gov. Bill Lee supports it, Mayor Paul Young opposes.
#trump
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Commentary: The insurrection that wasn't, and other Trump fantasies

Trump aims to consolidate power by deploying military forces in Los Angeles amidst ongoing protests, despite claims of chaos being a distortion of reality.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

Trump says overturning tariffs would completely destroy presidential power'

Trump criticizes court ruling against his tariffs, claiming it undermines presidential power and calling for an overturn of the decision.
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US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

A very conservative Supreme Court holds the key to Trump's agenda

Courts repeatedly blocked major Trump administration actions, overturning policy changes, restricting fund withdrawals, and limiting troop deployments, raising long-term legal uncertainty over presidential power.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Recent legal and political developments highlight contested judicial authority, presidential power, criminal trials, property seizures, Supreme Court approval, emergency rulings, and appellate nominations.
US politics
fromAxios
3 months ago

The battle over the Fed's future moves to the Senate

Republican push to confirm Miran risks undermining Federal Reserve independence by increasing presidential control amid political battles and legal actions against a Fed governor.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Trump Wants to Send the National Guard Into Chicago. Here's What the Law Actually Says About That.

Presidential deployment of the military for domestic policing is heavily constrained by longstanding statutory and constitutional protections to prevent oppression and tyranny.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump seeks to cut $5bn in congressionally approved foreign aid

President Trump seeks to unilaterally withhold $4.9bn in approved foreign aid using a pocket rescission, aiming to let funds expire and further reduce humanitarian funding.
Public health
fromAxios
3 months ago

How RFK Jr. could exploit the CDC's power vacuum

CDC leadership vacancies let President Kennedy install trusted acting leaders or personally approve agency actions, enabling extended influence over CDC policy through legal appointment mechanisms.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Fifth Circuit Takes Sledgehammer To Labor Rights - Above the Law

The Constitution does not countenance unlawful power. And when the Constitution draws boundaries, neither agency expedience nor institutional inertia can erase them.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

Trump Just Did What Not Even Nixon Dared

Nixon's suspicion towards Harold Goldstein escalated into a directive to investigate, revealing underlying anti-Semitic views and a conviction that Jews within government were disloyal.
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fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

Texas Republicans Redraw District Maps to Gain Seats in Congress

The discussion covers key issues surrounding the Epstein files, Supreme Court impact on presidential power, and Texas redistricting politics.
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fromThe Washington Post
6 months ago
US news

Trump fires Democrats on Consumer Product Safety Commission

Trump's administration is testing presidential power limits by firing Democratic commissioners from independent agencies.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
US politics

Fact-Checking Trump's False Claims in His First 100 Days in Office

Trump's first 100 days reflect a rush to expand power and reshape policies, often backed by misleading claims.
US politics
fromtime.com
5 months ago

Trump, on No Kings' Protests: I Don't Feel Like a King'

Trump's executive power is being challenged by widespread protests amid controversial military and immigration policies.
Los Angeles
fromThe New Yorker
5 months ago

Trump's Military Escalation in Los Angeles

Trump's deployment of National Guard and potential Marines in L.A. risks confrontations with protesters and challenges presidential power limits.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
6 months ago

Trump fires Democrats on Consumer Product Safety Commission

Trump's administration is testing presidential power limits by firing Democratic commissioners from independent agencies.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Fact-Checking Trump's False Claims in His First 100 Days in Office

Trump's first 100 days reflect a rush to expand power and reshape policies, often backed by misleading claims.
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Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

'Occupation' or fighting 'rebellion'? 9th Circuit weighs Trump's case for troops in L.A.

The 9th Circuit questioned Trump's authority to deploy federal troops in LA, impacting presidential powers and judicial review.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Two officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power

The case examines the president's constitutional power to dismiss independent agency board members without cause.
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Left-wing politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

Michael J. Sandel: Trump isn't stopped by the law, but by politics'

Michael J. Sandel highlights the growing danger of Donald Trump's second presidency, marked by a quest for revenge and testing of presidential limits.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago

Read The Atlantic's Interview With Donald Trump

Trump seeks to portray his presidency as focused on national service despite past controversies.
The interview in the Oval Office highlights Trump's flamboyant personality and his approach to power.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
7 months ago

Trump's Do-Over Presidency

Trump's second term is defined by a more unrestrained exercise of presidential power, reflecting his desire to complete unfinished business.
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US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Trump's Tariffs Prompt Wave of Lawsuits

Trump's tariffs are causing significant conflict, prompting legal challenges that could redefine presidential power over trade.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Opinion | This Conservative Legal Doctrine Is a Problem for Trump

The major questions doctrine, which requires clear congressional authorization for significant governmental decisions, has become a tool for those challenging President Trump’s expansive claims of power.
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