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Witnesses Testify at House Hearing on AUMF and Article I Powers
Read the witness testimony from the hearing on counterrorism and AUMF reform -
Rational Security: The “So Much for that Menendez Rest Stop” Edition
This week, Alan Rozenshtein, Quinta Jurecic, and Scott Anderson reunited to discuss the week’s big national security news. -
A Pound of Flash: Rhetoric Versus Reality When FISA Section 702 is Not Too Big to Fail
The surveillance authority could expire unless significant reforms are made—it is time for the Biden administration to assist Congress in addressing Section 702’s most controversial aspect. -
Livestream: Reclaiming Congress's Article I Powers: Counterterrorism AUMF Reform
Watch the House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on the Authorization for Use of Military Force. -
Reflections on Renewing and Reforming FISA Section 702
Congress should renew and amend FISA Section 702, but adding a warrant requirement is unworkable and will only partially address major U.S. privacy concerns. -
What the Menendez Indictment Says About U.S.-Egypt Relations
Allegations against Sen. Robert Menendez raise serious questions about the Egyptian government’s interference in U.S. interests. -
Lawfare No Bull: AG Merrick Garland Testifies in Front of House Judiciary Committee
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Sen. Menendez Indicted on Federal Bribery Charges
A federal grand jury has indicted the New Jersey senator and Senate Foreign Relations Committee chair for an alleged corruption conspiracy. -
Livestream: Oversight of the U.S. Department of Justice
Attorney General Merrick Garland will testify before the House Judiciary Committee. -
Rational Security: The “We Need to Talk About Kevin ... Again” Edition
This week, with Scott Anderson traveling, Quinta Jurecic and Alan Rozenshtein were joined by Lawfare Senior Editor Molly Reynolds to break down the week’s big national security news stories. -
Appeals Court Blocks Justice Dept. Access to Scott Perry’s Phone Records
According to the panel, prosecutors’ attempts to access these records violates Perry’s immunity under the Speech or Debate Clause. -
Rational Security: The "2nd Anniversary Hot Take Takedown" Edition
This week, Alan Rozenshtein, Quinta Jurecic, and Scott Anderson celebrated the second anniversary of Rational Security 2.0 by bringing back everyone's favorite game show edition: the Hot Take Takedown!
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