This episode explores the rapidly evolving situation in Portland—including the First, Fourth, and Fifth Amendment rights of protestors; the president’s power to deploy federal forces in the states to protect federal property, and the limits on that power; and more. Host Jeffrey Rosen was joined by John Inazu, an expert on the First Amendment right of assembly, and Bobby Chesney, an expert on the president’s power to deploy federal forces.

In the spring, the Center hosted a series of online constitutional classes and we shared one on this week's episode of the podcast. Jeffrey Rosen was joined by Emily Bazelon—a lawyer, law professor, journalist, and podcast host. They answered audience questions about coronavirus’ potential impacts on the upcoming election, including: can the president change the date of the election?

Our lectures begin again August 31! See the full schedule here.