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The Situation: Lawfare’s Role During the Second Trump Administration
Who we are, what we do, and why we’re asking for your support. -
CALEA Was a National Security Disaster Waiting to Happen
Thanks to U.S. government requirements for tapping capabilities in phone switches, the Chinese have likely compromised wiretap orders. -
Does the First Amendment Protect Military Extremism?
The Defense Department faces inherent First Amendment limitations in its efforts to counter extremism within its ranks. -
Can Trump Save TikTok?
Trump will have to convince companies like Apple and Oracle that he can protect them from the law. -
Who Would Support Deploying the Military to Domestic Protests?
The military’s professional norms are a check against a potential abuse of power. -
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