The Supreme Court's DACA Decision
Last week, the Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA) will remain in place. This episode details the Supreme Court’s majority opinion, partial dissents, and how the case arose—including the history of DACA under the Obama and Trump administrations. Constitutional law scholars Leah Litman and Jonathan Adler join host Jeffrey Rosen to discuss.

Congress in Times of Crisis: Lessons from History

In conversation with Jeffrey Rosen, historians and co-hosts of the podcast BackStory Edward Ayers and Joanne Freeman and political scientist Norman Ornstein explore how Congress has handled crises of the past, and the lessons those moments can teach us as Congress tries to navigate today’s challenges.

When the Supreme Court First Ruled on Affirmative Action by NCC Staff

How the Supreme Court Created Agency Deference by Nicholas Mosvick

The National Constitution Center offers virtual museum experiences where you can discover exhibits—both past and present—that were created by the Center. From the constitutional conflicts of the Civil War to the vision and ambition of Alexander Hamilton, there’s plenty to learn right from your home!

From the National Constitution Center:
  • In this virtual tour of American Treasures: Documenting the Nation's Founding, trace the drafting of the U.S. Constitution and the addition of the first 10 amendments—the Bill of Rights. Learn about important but lesser-known Founding Fathers like James Wilson and Gouverneur Morris. Featuring original drafts of the U.S. Constitution from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, this exhibit highlights the key proposals and compromises that shaped the document’s final text.
Article I, Section 1

"All legislative Powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States, which shall consist of a Senate and House of Representatives."

Read > the roundup of this week's articles on The Battle for the Constitution—a partnership with The Atlantic that explores constitutional debates in American life.
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