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1 week ago

Constitution Breakdown #1: Nikole Hannah-Jones - 99% Invisible

Nikole Hannah-Jones emphasizes the relevance of the Preamble by connecting it to the historical impact of slavery on America’s foundation, asserting that the narrative of the nation is inherently linked to its legacy.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Does Congress or the president hold war powers? Here's what to know

Presidential military action without Congressional approval raises constitutional concerns.
The framers of the Constitution intended Congress to declare war.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Are Judeo-Christian Values the Foundation of American Democracy? | HackerNoon

There are some that claim the US Constitution is a product of a Judeo-Christian culture, asserting that democracy matured due to a Christian influence.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Was Trump's order to strike Iran constitutional? Bay Area experts weigh in on what happens next

The legality of Trump's strike on Iran raises constitutional questions and concerns about executive power.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Can't Name Constitutional Provision Empowering Trump to Send Marines to LA During Senate Grilling

Baldwin pressed Hegseth for specific legal authority related to deploying Marines, emphasizing the need for constitutional justification for using federal troops in California.
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fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why Third Amendment memes are suddenly taking over social media

The Third Amendment's relevance surged during the National Guard's deployment to Los Angeles, highlighting its unique position in the Bill of Rights.
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fromFast Company
2 months ago

What does the Constitution say about the $400 million airplane that Qatar wants to gift Trump?

Trump's acceptance of a $400 million plane raises legal questions on foreign gifts to elected officials.
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fromeuronews
4 months ago

Trump says he's 'not joking' about running for third presidential term

Trump is considering running for a third term, suggesting methods to bypass constitutional limits, which experts dispute.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Can President Trump legally accept a $400m plane for free?

Trump's acceptance of a $400m plane from Qatar risks violating the Constitution's emoluments clause, potentially leading to legal controversies.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

US: Could Trump run for a third term in 2028? DW 04/02/2025

Trump may explore loopholes to serve beyond two terms despite the 22nd Amendment.
The 22nd Amendment was ratified to uphold the two-term tradition started by George Washington.
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fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Can Trump serve a third term as president? Here's what to know

Trump aims for a potential third term despite constitutional limitations, with supporters proposing unlikely pathways to amend the law.
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fromeuronews
4 months ago

Trump says he's 'not joking' about running for third presidential term

Trump is considering running for a third term, suggesting methods to bypass constitutional limits, which experts dispute.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Some Founding-Era Americans Feared a Pope Would Run for President. Now, One Could.

I confess this never struck me before," Iredell said, regarding the absurd worry that without religious tests for office the pope could be elected president.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trump's bid to host golf tournament in Britain could violate constitution, experts warn

UK government's effort to host a major golf tournament at Trump's resort could violate US constitutional ethics.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Can Trump legally deport US citizens to El Salvador prisons?

Trump's plan to deport US citizens raises potential constitutional issues and is likely to be met with legal challenges.
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fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Elon Musk's DOGE leadership likely violates constitution's appointments clause, judge says | TechCrunch

Elon Musk's role in overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency may violate the U.S. Constitution's appointments clause, according to a federal judge.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump Country Town Hall Erupts in Boos as GOP Rep. Says Trump Supports Our Constitution'

Town halls have become platforms for vocal criticism of Trump and his policies among GOP representatives.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

Republican Senator Floats Pirates' as Solution to Drug Cartels

Letters of marque and reprisal are authorized under Article I, Section 8, Clause 10 of the Constitution. This clause provides Congress the authority to grant privateers power over piracy.
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fromWorld History Encyclopedia
5 months ago

Founding Fathers of the United States

The Founding Fathers of the United States were instrumental in leading the nation towards independence from Great Britain, shaping the nation's foundation and governance.
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fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

The Evolution of Presidential Power

Presidential powers are broadly interpreted due to vague constitutional wording.
The expansion of presidential powers has evolved over time.
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