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The Costs of Social Inequality for Military Effectiveness
A review of Jason Lyall, “Divided Armies: Inequality and Battlefield Performance in Modern War” (Princeton University Press, 2020). -
The Justice Department Indicted Russian National Alexander Ionov. Why Now?
Ionov has made public efforts to interfere with the U.S. political system for several years. What changed recently that led the Justice Department to indict him? -
Justice Department Files 40-Page Opposition to Mar-a-Lago Special Master Request
The 40-page response outlined the government's position as to why a special master should not be appointed, though outlining limitations that should apply should the request be granted. -
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The Lawfare Podcast: Reflecting Upon CFR’s Reports on U.S. Goals in Cyberspace
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Magistrate Judge Recommends Court Reject Efforts to Turn Over Frozen Afghan Funds to 9/11 Families
In her recommendation, Judge Netburn argued that plaintiffs’ motions in these cases should be denied for three reasons. -
On Emails, PowerPoints, Sovereign Immunity, and Testimony From Governor Kemp
Governor Brian Kemp tries to evade testifying before the Georgia special purpose grand jury. -
‘Cyclops Blink’ Shows Why the SEC’s Proposed Cybersecurity Disclosure Rule Could Undermine the Nation’s Cybersecurity
Well-timed public notification is a critical component of proper incident response. But mandating premature disclosure is irresponsible and would imperil public-private coordination focused on protecting... -
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The Week That Will Be
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Federal Judge Inclined to Appoint Special Master to Oversee Seized Mar-a-Lago Materials
Judge Aileen Cannon of the Southern District of Florida provided notice of the court's intent to appoint a special master to oversee documents seized from the Aug. 8 search of former President Donald Tru... -
The Lawfare Podcast: Max Smeets on Why States Struggle to Develop a Military Cyber-Force
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Defense Department Finally Prioritizes Civilians in Conflict
A former targeting professional and civilian harm mitigation advocate breaks down the Pentagon’s new 11-point action plan to reduce civilian harm in conflict. -
Evaluating the Jan. 6 Committee’s Evidence
The committee promised to prove seven key points about the former president’s conduct. How did it do? A summary and evaluation of the committee’s evidence. -
Politics and Prosecutorial Discretion in the Trump Case
Calls for the Department of Justice to judge the political implications and consequences of a potential Trump prosecution are misplaced. -
Cutting Off Financing for the Next Capitol Insurrection
Far-right extremists have done little to disguise how they crowdfund their activities and legal defenses. -
The Week That Was: All of Lawfare in One Post
Your weekly summary of everything on the site. -
What Did We Learn from the Mar-a-Lago Search Warrant Affidavit?
While the most important details remain redacted, the unsealed affidavit still sheds a bit more light on the Justice Department’s case. -
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Redacted Mar-a-Lago Search Warrant Affidavit Released
The Justice Department released a redacted version of the warrant that led to the search of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence for sensitive documents.
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How Trump Is Disappearing Migrants
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The Trump Admin’s Attempt to Redefine a ‘Foreign Affairs Function’
Courts will likely reject this effort to shield all of the executive’s cross-border actions from Administrative Procedure Act review. -
What’s Going on at the IRS?
Breaking down the reduction in tax workforce, DOGE’s attempts to access sensitive data, and the politicization and erosion of agency independence at the IRS