Kayleigh McEnany Teaches Brandon Johnson About Constitutional Law Related to Trump’s Use of the National Guard
Fact-Check on National Guard Deployment in Chicago On Wednesday, Kayleigh McEnany, a co-host on “Outnumbered,” engaged in a discussion with Chicago’s Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson regarding the deployment of National Guard forces in the city. This came in response to comments made by former President Donald Trump, who hinted at federal enforcement actions happening in […]
Suggested Constitutional Change would reduce lawmakers’ salaries during shutdowns
Proposal to Cut Lawmakers’ Pay During Shutdowns Reintroduced Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) announced on Tuesday that he has revived a proposal aimed at suspending the salaries of federal lawmakers during government shutdowns. He expressed his concerns, stating, “During the closure, federal workers are told to ‘do fewer.’ Meanwhile, Congress still collects their paychecks. That’s just […]
Tim Walz Proposes a State Constitutional Amendment for an ‘Assault Rifle’ Ban
Minnesota Governor Tim Waltz (D) has put forward a proposal to ban the “selling and possessing state assault rifles” through constitutional amendments, following a lack of progress on a similar measure in Congress. On Saturday, Governor Tim Waltz introduced a new approach to address gun violence, according to reports. He stated, “The majority of Congress […]
Lawmakers need to address a former constitutional mistake
On the recent observance of Constitution Day, a significant announcement was made concerning Parliament’s failure to address its responsibilities in relation to express and ministerial matters under Article 5. This marked a noteworthy moment for all involved. The National Federalist Commission, a nonpartisan and official agency, has released an extensive report indicating that the Federal […]
A Constitutional Convention would lead to a constitutional crisis — states need to reject it.
Earlier this year, the Montana Legislature moved closer to a potential constitutional crisis. A resolution advanced through a Senate committee, aiming to request a national convention to rewrite the US Constitution under Article 5. However, it has yet to reach the Senate floor for a vote—a significant point considering it hasn’t happened in the 237 […]
Court Rules that Michigan City’s Decision Not to Display LGBTQ Pride Flags is Constitutional
Hamtramck Flag Policy Upheld by Federal Judge A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit against the city of Hamtramck, Michigan, regarding its recent policy that bans all private flag displays. In June 2023, the Hamtramck City Council passed a resolution that restricts which flags can be flown on city property. According to this policy, only […]
Trump’s destruction of ships that could carry drugs is ‘not constitutional’
Sen. Rand Paul Questions Legality of Military Action Against Drug Traffickers On Tuesday, during an appearance on FNC’s “Will Cain Show,” Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) expressed concerns about the constitutionality of the Trump administration possibly initiating a military strike against a Venezuelan ship suspected of drug trafficking, especially without proper legal procedures. Paul noted, “If […]
Judge Dismisses Michigan 2020 ‘Fake Electors’ Case as a Constitutional Right
Michigan Judge Dismisses Charges Against “Fake Electors” A judge in Michigan has dropped charges against 15 individuals accused of acting as “fake electors” for Donald Trump during the 2020 election. Michigan’s Democratic Attorney General, Dana Nessel, had previously moved forward with legal action despite Trump losing to Joe Biden. In 2023, 16 people were identified […]
Cruz claims the Biden administration is using an autopen to break constitutional pardon regulations.
Senate Republicans Criticize Biden Administration’s Use of Autopen for Pardons Senate Republicans have accused former President Joe Biden and his administration’s lead executive of undermining the constitutional framework surrounding pardons. A letter addressed to Attorney General Pam Bondi highlighted what the Republicans describe as “core constitutional requirements” crucial for granting pardons. They claim the current […]
Federal court confirms that Illinois transit gun regulations are constitutional
Federal Court Upholds Illinois Firearm Ban on Public Transport A federal appeals court has upheld a ban on carrying firearms in public transportation across Illinois. This ruling reverses a previous decision from a lower court which had deemed similar gun restrictions, enacted over a decade ago, unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. The Seventh Circuit Court […]