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What to Make of Trump’s Pardon of Scooter Libby?
Editor's note: This piece has been updated in light of events. President Trump’s pardon of Scooter Libby, chief of Staff to former Vice President Dick Cheney, came unexpectedly, and prompts the question... -
Foreign Affairs in Court
Scholars have long debated the role of courts in foreign affairs and national security. These debates have centered on the institutional competence of courts to address complex and secretive foreign and ... -
The National Security Law Podcast: This Podcast Is Not Protected by the Attorney-Client Privilege
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Title 10 and Title 50 Issues When Computer Network Operations Impact Third Countries
Does Title 10 impose a legal barrier on U.S. Cyber Command conducting operations outside of the Pentagon’s own networks? -
What I Learned From Briefing Robert Mueller
When Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein appointed former FBI Director Bob Mueller as special counsel to investigate Russian election interference, I found myself neither surprised that Mueller had be... -
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Livestream: Senate Judiciary Committee Discusses Mueller Protection Proposals
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding an executive business meeting Thursday during which it will consider legislation protecting the special counsel from termination without good cause. Sen. Chuck G... -
Livestream: Confirmation Hearing of CIA Director Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee is holding a hearing Thursday at 10:15 a.m. on the nomination of CIA Director Mike Pompeo to be secretary of state. Read his prepared testimony. Watch the hearin... -
Recent Russia Sanctions Designations: A Rundown
On Friday, April 6, the Treasury Department announced sanctions on a variety of Russian entities, including “seven Russian oligarchs and 12 companies they own or control, 17 senior Russian government off... -
Public Opinion on Election Security
Election security appears to have gained momentum on Capitol Hill. Days before lawmakers adjourned for the Easter recess, the Senate intelligence committee rolled out bipartisan policy recommendations an... -
Six Takeaways From Trump’s Threats Against Rod Rosenstein
The firing of James Comey happened without warning. After fuming about the FBI director during a May 2017 weekend trip, President Trump dismissed Comey in a shocking fashion. There was no time for other ... -
Rational Security: The ‘On the Edge of Our Seats’ Edition
Federal authorities launch raids on the home and office of President Trump’s personal attorney. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies before Congress. And the U.S. prepares for possible military action ...
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