Executive Branch

The Imperial Presidency Has Come Home to Roost

The Imperial Presidency Has Come Home to Roost The Imperial Presidency Has Come Home to Roost

The expansion of the executive branch in recent decades is symptomatic of broader institutional decay. Joe Biden may not be a fan, but it could be all he has.

Feb 2, 2021 / Tom Engelhardt

Biden’s First Climate Actions Are Missing Coal’s Long Tail

Biden’s First Climate Actions Are Missing Coal’s Long Tail Biden’s First Climate Actions Are Missing Coal’s Long Tail

Despite setting an extensive initial climate agenda, by not addressing existing leases, the Biden administration risks leaving billions of tons of publicly owned coal for the takin...

Feb 1, 2021 / Josh Lappen

Biden’s Executive Orders Are Essential to Restoring Democracy

Biden’s Executive Orders Are Essential to Restoring Democracy Biden’s Executive Orders Are Essential to Restoring Democracy

In the face of GOP attacks on his legitimacy, it’s crucial for Joe Biden to demonstrate who is actually president.

Jan 29, 2021 / Jeet Heer

Rand Paul Is a Monarchist—and Donald Trump Is His King

Rand Paul Is a Monarchist—and Donald Trump Is His King Rand Paul Is a Monarchist—and Donald Trump Is His King

To defend his sovereign from accountability, the Kentucky senator is peddling the GOP’s latest Big Lie.

Jan 28, 2021 / John Nichols

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Trump Judges Are Already Thwarting Biden’s Agenda Trump Judges Are Already Thwarting Biden’s Agenda

A Trump appointee in Texas has put a hold on Biden’s deportation “pause”—an example that other GOP judges are sure to follow.

Jan 28, 2021 / Elie Mystal

The Fight to Revive Democracy Has Only Just Begun

The Fight to Revive Democracy Has Only Just Begun The Fight to Revive Democracy Has Only Just Begun

Two bills awaiting the new Senate would ensure that everyone can vote—and that their votes matter.

Jan 26, 2021 / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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Why Biden’s ‘Virtual’ Border Could Be Worse Than Trump’s Wall Why Biden’s ‘Virtual’ Border Could Be Worse Than Trump’s Wall

Advanced surveillance tech on the border poses dangers to both migrants and citizens.

Jan 22, 2021 / Felipe de la Hoz

Forget About ‘100 Days.’ These Are the 10 Days That Will Define Biden’s Presidency.

Forget About ‘100 Days.’ These Are the 10 Days That Will Define Biden’s Presidency. Forget About ‘100 Days.’ These Are the 10 Days That Will Define Biden’s Presidency.

Biden should bury obstruction in a blizzard of executive orders.

Jan 21, 2021 / John Nichols

On the Streets of D.C., How the Biden Presidency Began

On the Streets of D.C., How the Biden Presidency Began On the Streets of D.C., How the Biden Presidency Began

The presidential transition was marked by small crowds, empty streets, and, finally, a collective sigh of relief.

Jan 20, 2021 / Andrew McCormick

Here’s What Students Think Biden Needs to Do in His First 100 Days

Here’s What Students Think Biden Needs to Do in His First 100 Days Here’s What Students Think Biden Needs to Do in His First 100 Days

From reimagining the Postal Service to combating climate change to reforming OIRA, students across the country told us what they think Biden’s top priority should be.

Jan 20, 2021 / StudentNation / StudentNation

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