How much power does the US president actually have?
The US political system's checks and balances protect against authoritarianism, limiting the president's power while ensuring a balanced government structure.
The political system must balance between avoiding tyranny and populism to preserve democracy.
Biden's plan to 'reform' the Supreme Court: Letters to the Editor - July 31, 2024
President Biden proposed 18-year term limits for Supreme Court justices to address concerns of the court's impartiality.
Rule of law declining across EU, report warns
The rule of law is declining in the EU with a rise in restrictions on the right to protest
In older democracies with mainstream parties in government, challenges to the rule of law are sporadic
A Felon in the Oval Office Would Test the American System
The accountability system put in place for presidents in the US has proven to be unsteady, especially with the potential for a convicted criminal to become commander in chief.
Is It Time to Torch the Constitution?
The political system must balance between avoiding tyranny and populism to preserve democracy.
Biden's plan to 'reform' the Supreme Court: Letters to the Editor - July 31, 2024
President Biden proposed 18-year term limits for Supreme Court justices to address concerns of the court's impartiality.
Rule of law declining across EU, report warns
The rule of law is declining in the EU with a rise in restrictions on the right to protest
In older democracies with mainstream parties in government, challenges to the rule of law are sporadic
A Felon in the Oval Office Would Test the American System
The accountability system put in place for presidents in the US has proven to be unsteady, especially with the potential for a convicted criminal to become commander in chief.
If Men Were Angels: Decentralization's Silent Comeback
The advancement of technology challenges the checks and balances of democracy by facilitating an invisible centralization of power, posing new threats to oversight.
Democrats pitch No Kings Act to override supreme court's Trump immunity ruling
Legislation introduced to assert presidents don't have immunity from criminal conduct, challenging recent Supreme Court ruling on Trump's immunity.
Ex-justice department officials raise alarm over US supreme court's immunity ruling
US Supreme Court grants presidents absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts, sparking concerns about unchecked power and authoritarianism.
Supreme Court rules in favor of Trump immunity: Letters to the Editor - July 3, 2024
The Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. US upheld presidential immunity, sparking criticism from Democrats and concerns about abuses of power.
Democrats pitch No Kings Act to override supreme court's Trump immunity ruling
Legislation introduced to assert presidents don't have immunity from criminal conduct, challenging recent Supreme Court ruling on Trump's immunity.
Ex-justice department officials raise alarm over US supreme court's immunity ruling
US Supreme Court grants presidents absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts, sparking concerns about unchecked power and authoritarianism.
Supreme Court rules in favor of Trump immunity: Letters to the Editor - July 3, 2024
The Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. US upheld presidential immunity, sparking criticism from Democrats and concerns about abuses of power.
Editorial | The City Council, and voters, suffer a power loss over ballot questions | amNewYork
The City Council's effort to expand its power to interview and confirm mayoral appointees was superseded by the Charter Revision Commission initiatives, causing debates on power dynamics.
Biden Is Right to Take on the Court
Embracing checks and balances is crucial for political and policy success. Term limits for judges, like John Roberts proposed, may bring needed change.
Trump Fully Devours the Republican Establishment
Donald Trump is consolidating power within the Republican Party and replacing longtime supporters with his own allies. The party is becoming more compliant and obedient to Trump's wishes.
The displays of obedience from Republicans indicate that a second Trump administration could see a removal of checks and balances in Washington.