Gillian Metzger

Saikrishna Prakash, a law expert from the University of Virginia, and Gillian Metzger, a scholar at Columbia Law School, delve into the evolution of presidential power from the Founding Fathers’ intentions to modern interpretations. They debate the unitary executive theory and its implications for independent agencies. The discussion highlights historical tensions between Congress and the presidency, exploring how recent court rulings, including cases involving Trump, shape contemporary views on executive authority and compliance with legal constraints.