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Federal Executive Emergency Authorities to Address COVID-19
The Trump administration’s declarations have utilized some of the federal government’s emergency powers to address the coronavirus outbreak. But what other powers remain untapped? -
Coronavirus Disinformation and the Need for States to Shore Up International Law
With the arrival of the coronavirus pandemic, Russia’s disinformation campaign has taken a dangerous turn. -
The Lawfare Podcast: Nate Persily Asks Whether Democracy Can Survive the Internet
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Unpacking TikTok, Mobile Apps and National Security Risks
Lawmakers worry that TikTok is a national security threat. But it’s important to decouple the risks of the app. -
The U.S. Needs to Get in the Standards Game—With Like-Minded Democracies
The United States—along with its democratic allies—should increase representation at international standards bodies and actively monitor China’s coordinated efforts to advance particular technologies or ... -
Data Security and U.S.-China Tech Entanglement
U.S. policymakers must have an accurate understanding of how Chinese government access to data works in order to respond to the risks posed in the most responsible and effective manner. -
Rational Security: The 'Don’t Be a Maskhole' Edition
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Managing Escalation Under Layered Cyber Deterrence
Without a firm grasp on the potential for escalation, the United States will be unable to contain the fallout when assertive operations are conducted. -
Today’s Headlines and Commentary
Lawfare’s daily roundup of national security news and opinion -
The Lawfare Podcast Bonus Edition: Dan Drezner on Zombies, Viruses, and Toddlers
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The Cyberspace Solarium Commission: From Competing to Complementary Strategies
What are the challenges associated with developing a cyber strategy that specifically addresses the Department of Defense? -
How Foreign Policy Factors for American Muslims in 2020
American Muslim voters' attention to U.S. policy failures in conflict zones has drawn them toward candidates promising bold alternatives. -
The Inspector General’s Disturbing FISA Memo
It appears that the facts presented in a lot of FISA applications are not reliable. -
Summary: Justice Department Inspector General Memorandum on FBI Compliance With FISA Procedures
A newly released report found errors or lost information in 29 FISA applications. -
Brexit Is Not Immune to Coronavirus
With the U.K. negotiators in quarantine and more pressing issues at hand, the U.K. and European Union should extend the Brexit transition period. -
Today’s Headlines and Commentary
Lawfare’s daily roundup of national security news and opinion -
Britain’s Coronavirus Response
Britain’s prime minister, Boris Johnson, has a new message: “Stay at home!” -
Counterterrorism and Humanitarian Action: Will 2020 Be a Turning Point for International Humanitarian Law at the United Nations?
Harvard Law School Program on International Law and Armed Conflict has released a new briefing on an emerging debate: Can and should a U.N. counterterrorism body authoritatively interpret and assess comp... -
The Lawfare Podcast: Ben Hubbard on MBS
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The Strategic Disclosure of Intelligence Requires Stronger Guardrails
Stronger safeguards are needed to separate intelligence from policy and buttress intelligence community objectivity. -
Rational Security: The “Big Worm Energy” Edition
This week, Alan Rozenshtein and Quinta Jurecic were joined by Kevin Frazier to talk through some of the week’s biggest national security news. -
Livestream: President Joe Biden Delivers Remarks on the Release of American Detainees from Russia
Among those returned to the United States include Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, Vladimir Kara-Murza, and more.