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We have too much rule by decree by whoever currently holds the office of president and a pen.

Texas challenged federal supremacy by creating a state crime for illegal entry into the U.S. The courts will decide whether it’s constitutional — and whether other states can follow Texas’ lead.

Donald Trump's acting Secretary of Defense Christopher Miller advocated the plan this week, which Trump later called a "ridiculous idea."

Justice Amy Coney Barrett's pivotal role in recent Supreme Court cases on abortion and presidential immunity showcases her ability to challenge arguments f...

I'm glad to be able to pass along this item from Prof. Candeub (who has written extensively on this general subject): The Texas social media law (H.B. 20) requires the major social media platforms to refrain from discrimination on the basis of viewpoint, thereby allowing those of all political, religious,…

Round 3 in the debate between Hamburger and Somin over the First Amendment and Murthy

Philip Hamburger: Prof. Somin is mistaken about Murthy v. Missouri

Prominent political commentator and zoning reform advocate comments on my work on this topic (with Joshua Braver).

The Beehive State joins a growing wave of defiance aimed at Washington, D.C.