Constitution Daily Blog
Article II
Supreme Court teaches Congress and the President a constitutional lesson
The U.S. Supreme Court, in a series of decisions over time, has taught Americans that their constitutional rights are limited.…
How Aaron Burr changed the Constitution
Former vice president Aaron Burr usually isn’t credited as a Founding Father, but there is one instance where Burr directly…
Battle for the Constitution: Week of May 11th, 2020 Roundup
Here is a round-up of the latest from the Battle for the Constitution: a special project on the constitutional debates in American…
The Court considers a constitutional fight over faithless electors
The case of the "faithless electors" at the Supreme Court this week sounds like a Sherlock Holmes mystery. In reality, it is a…
The Supreme Court throws a late-breaking curve ball in the Trump tax battle
Is the U.S. Supreme Court searching for an "off-ramp," or a way to avoid deciding the legal and highly politicized battle over the…
James Buchanan’s troubled legacy as President
April 23 marks the birthday of James Buchanan, the man regarded by many historians as one of the worst presidents of all time. So…
COVID-19 and the Constitution — Key Takeaways
The coronavirus pandemic has raised a host of constitutional questions. Here are some key takeaways.
Does the Constitution allow for a delayed presidential election?
As America battles the COVID-19 virus, speculation has started that a prolonged public health crisis could delay or even postpone…
The Executive and the Rule of Law
Recent controversies over sentencing recommendations for President Trump’s associate Roger Stone, as well as a series of pardons…
George Washington’s Constitutional Legacy
President George Washington’s birthday was last Saturday, February 22. Although he was born 288 years ago, Washington's life and…
