Matthew Waxman

Brian Finucane, a Senior Adviser at the International Crisis Group, and Matthew Waxman, a law professor at Columbia, dive into the complexities of U.S. war powers following recent military actions. They discuss the Biden administration's legal justifications for operations in the Middle East without new congressional approvals. The duo explores historical contexts of the War Powers Resolution, the risks of 'creative lawyering' by the executive, and potential reforms for better congressional oversight. Their insights reveal the ongoing tension between executive authority and legislative accountability in matters of war.

Matthew Waxman, Liviu Librescu Professor of Law at Columbia Law School, discusses the law of war, its importance, and its application in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. They explore topics such as military necessity vs humanitarian interest, bright line rules, reasonableness, sieges, weaponizing the law, perverse incentives, and the evolution of the law.

Legal experts Harold Koh, Deborah Pearlstein, and Matthew Waxman discuss Trump v. United States and the National Security Constitution, exploring implications of executive power, presidential immunity, checks and balances, and calls for structural reforms to strengthen Congress in national security matters.

Matthew Waxman, a national security law expert and Columbia Law professor, dives into the legality of U.S. strikes on Venezuelan drug boats, discussing claims of self-defense and potential legal challenges. Meanwhile, Paul Callan, a former Manhattan prosecutor, tackles Supreme Court questions about attorney-client communication during testimony breaks, differentiating permissible advice from potential coaching. Both guests illuminate the intersection of law, national security, and ethics in the judicial system.

Matthew Waxman, a Columbia Law School professor, discusses the controversial plea deal for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged 9/11 mastermind, revealing the emotional turmoil faced by victims' families. John Bergmayer, Legal Director at Public Knowledge, examines a recent Fifth Circuit ruling limiting federal agency power, emphasizing its implications for communications regulation and the Universal Service Program. Together, they navigate the pressing issues of justice and administrative law in a rapidly evolving landscape.