National Security
House Divided Over Surveillance Authority
Republican lawmakers (at least temporarily) tank an effort to reauthorize a key national security tool.
Why Congress Must Reform FISA Section 702—and How It Can
Instituting a warrant requirement would protect Americans against abusive searches of their private communications.
Now Is Not the Time to Hinder Our Intelligence-Gathering Capabilities
Letting Section 702 lapse would dangerously weaken the intelligence community’s ability to identify foreign threats.
The Reauthorization of FISA’s Section 702, Explained
Congress is weighing the renewal of a powerful intelligence-gathering tool.
The TikTok Ban’s Free Speech Dilemma
TikTok’s national security risks don’t invalidate free speech concerns.
To Protect Free Speech, Congress Should Consider Alternatives to Banning TikTok
The powers being sought by Congress represent the most radical options on the table.
Tommy Tuberville’s Military Holdups Picking Up GOP Detractors
And why don’t senators ever try to sneak unanimous consent requests through the chamber?
Good Luck With That Grand Strategy
Even the most comprehensive plans are bound to fail if leaders can’t build support for them.
How the Biden Administration Can Combat the Spyware Threat
A recent executive order is a promising sign, but it’s only a first step.
The Growing Danger of the Iranian Cyber Threat
The Islamic Republic’s hostile actions against Israel and its Arab allies demonstrate the need for American leadership.
Going to War Over Taiwan: Who Decides?
Even if Biden could justify U.S. intervention without congressional approval, it’s politically important to have the legislative branch on board.
Nuclear Breakout or Just Holes in the Ground?
By some measures China’s atomic arsenal has become more formidable than America’s.
American Security Through American Idealism
Remembering Michael Gerson by reflecting on the greatest speech he ever wrote.
Out of Sight, Out of Mind
Presidents are increasingly reticent to talk about national security. No wonder Americans are less engaged.
Pushing Back on Pushwoosh
And other ways the government is addressing data and national security concerns.