The Briefing with Albert Mohler Tuesday, February 11, 2025
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Feb 11, 2025 Dive into the intricate dynamics of executive power during Trump's presidency. The debate over a 'unitary executive' and the role of the Supreme Court creates a constitutional battleground. Explore the impressive growth of the administrative state and its implications, raising questions about unelected officials dominating governance. Delve into the concept of the 'deep state' and the challenges it presents for presidential authority. This exploration highlights the historical roots and evolving complexities of power in the U.S.
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Unitary Executive Theory
- President Trump's flurry of executive actions is triggering a constitutional debate about presidential power.
- This debate centers on the unitary executive theory, which asserts the president's full authority over the executive branch.
The Fourth Branch?
- Some argue there's a fourth branch of government: the administrative state.
- Conservatives see this as a challenge to the president's authority and the constitutional order.
Bismarck's Bureaucracy
- The administrative state's origins trace back to 19th-century Germany under Bismarck.
- It was designed to professionalize government through a body of experts, achieving 'German efficiency'.