Kavanaugh and the Deference Doctrines
Judge Kavanaugh’s past opinions reveal a commitment to clarifying deference rules and increasing predictability.
Voters’ Distrust of Legislators Drives Agency Lawmaking
Does Congress delegate its authority to gain credibility with the public?
How to Regulate During a Financial Crisis
Scholar argues that financial regulators must be decisive yet agile when using imperfect information.
Reforming Campaign Finance Regulation
Contribution limits are no longer justified in the age of social media, scholar argues.
The Easy Path to Firing Mueller
The Solicitor General would readily comply with an order from President Trump to oust special counsel Mueller.
Tightening Service and Emotional Support Animal Regulations
Debate ignites over regulating service and support animals on airplanes and in public accommodations.
The Curious Bipartisan Push for Evidence-Based Policymaking
Despite its popularity, “evidence-based” policymaking is often less rational than it sounds.
A Recipe for Improving Regulatory Analysis
President Trump’s first year in office prompts four steps for reform.
Finding a Path Back to Democratic Governance
Eliminating the primary and caucus rules would create a more productive and responsive democracy.
Getting Back to the Basics with Agency Rulemaking
The United States needs a bipartisan push to bring transparency and accountability back into the rulemaking process.
Repealing the CFPB’s Arbitration Rule
President Trump signs measure rescinding the financial consumer watchdog’s recent rule.
Regulatory Reform Should Be About Strengthening Legislative Responsibility
Countries like Australia and Canada offer models for reining in delegation of lawmaking authority to agencies.