Yes, We’re in a Constitutional Crisis

Yes, We’re in a Constitutional Crisis

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Our Favorite Things, 2025

It’s that time of year when Leah, Melissa, and Kate put on their influencer hats and recommend the things that made their days a little brighter in 2025. This year, they’re joined by two special guests: rockstar Strict Scrutiny intern Jordan Thomas to share some of his picks, and ...  Show more

SCOTUS Is About to Turbocharge Presidential Power

Leah, Kate, and Melissa recap the oral argument in Trump v. Slaughter, a case that could nuke the administrative state as we know it by giving Trump broad leeway to fire heads of independent agencies. They also cover the other arguments in cases involving campaign finance and the ...  Show more

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