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When Extremists Stormed the Capitol and Got Convicted of Seditious Conspiracy
In 1954, four Puerto Rican nationalist terrorists stormed the Capitol and shot five congressmen. The incident also produced an interesting Second Circuit opinion. -
Lawfare Live: The First 48 Hours of the Biden Administration
This Friday, Jan. 22, at 12pm EST, members of the Lawfare team will take questions from the Lawfare community about the first 48 hours of the Biden administration and implications for the future of U.S.... -
Could Preemptive Pardons Backfire?
The president would be well-advised not to issue any preemptive pardons, and a potential recipient well-advised not to accept one. -
Today’s Headlines and Commentary
Lawfare’s daily roundup of national security news and opinion -
Is There a Free Speech Defense to an Impeachment?
Some observers have argued that the First Amendment protects President Trump from conviction before the Senate for his inflammatory rhetoric. Senators should not take this argument seriously. -
U.S. Army Soldier Charged with Attempting to Help ISIS Attack U.S. Troops
Pfc. Cole James Bridges has been charged with attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization and attempting to murder U.S. military service members. -
Justice Department Announces FARA Charges for Political Scientist Author
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Nomination Hearing: Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin III as Next Defense Secretary
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ChinaTalk: WWII's Legacy in China with Rana Mitter
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Nomination Hearing: Antony Blinken as Next Secretary of State
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The Week That Will Be
Lawfare's weekly roundup of event announcements and employment opportunities. -
Disqualifying Insurrectionists and Rebels: A How-To Guide
Could Section 3 of the 14th Amendment be used to bar Donald Trump and some of his allies from ever holding federal or state office again?
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