A corrupt and weaponized DOJ, open assaults on freedom of speech, troops on our streets, deportations to brutal Latin American prisons without due process, unlawful government-ordered killing on the high seas, and, somehow, many of my FedSoc friends still doing this

Never in our history, not even during Watergate, has a single news cycle so comprehensibly established the deep corruption and politicization of the Department of Justice

"The resignation of U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert marks a new low point in the ongoing corruption of the Justice Department by a White House intent on using federal resources--not to defend the Constitution and the Rule of Law--but to persecute political critics and reward presidential sycophants.

The corruption of the Justice Department has reached advanced stages. More honorable, ethical DOJ lawyers will find themselves forced to this step, or to become complicit in an ongoing assault against the law and the rights of our fellow citizens. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/19/u...

Happy Constitution Day! 🇺🇸📜 The Society was proud to co-sponsor @tfademocracy.bsky.social's conversation on why the Constitution matters, together with @keepourrepublic.bsky.social. Our own @greggnunziata.bsky.social moderated the discussion. Watch the event here ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjWz...

“Donald Trump has pursued a concerted and unconcealed campaign to undermine and dismantle the democratic form of government that was created by the Constitution 238 years ago, which is defined by limited powers.”

A great summary of where we are in this country. Worth the read.

From Don Ayer, former Deputy AG under George HW Bush. newsletter.ofthebrave.org/p/i-helped-r...

There are still right-of-center folks who rally to the Constitution and the things that truly make America great. Consider joining us for this program, where we welcome an ideologically diverse group to discuss how we can defend the things that unite us. societyfortheruleoflaw.org/2025-rule-of...

"To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public." Theodore Roosevelt

We at the Society for the Rule of Law are very pleased to share that our annual meeting, recently extended to a full day, is nearly sold out. Consider joining us. societyfortheruleoflaw.org/2025-rule-of...

Tomorrow’s the day! 🇺🇸 Join @tfademocracy.bsky.social, @keepourrepublic.bsky.social, and us for this Constitution Day conversation — with our Executive Director @greggnunziata.bsky.social helping to lead the discussion. 🔗 t.co/5PCuQlsCA2

(It's not me that's changed) Twenty Things Republicans Once Opposed But Now Support or Accept from @jacklgoldsmith.bsky.social executivefunctions.substack.com/p/twenty-thi...

I think this is an important essay. Far too many of my conservative lawyer friends seem to think if a thing is "legal" or "constitutional" that's the end of the inquiry. It's not. Perfectly legal acts can be deeply corrosive to the rule of law. societyfortheruleoflaw.org/garri-hendel...

Whatever the legality, Trump's purported firing of Ms. Cook is imprudent, reckless, plainly pretextual, and of a piece with his broad contempt for any constraints on his authority. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/25/u...

I was pleased to collaborate with @noahbookbinder.bsky.social on this. We have disagreed on judicial philosophy, on who presidents ought to nominate, and on who the Senate ought to confirm -- but we share a deep belief in the importance of an independent judiciary and stand united against threats

Can checks and balances survive in a polarized age? Our annual Rule of Law Summit returns October 22 in Washington, D.C. Hear from leading judges, lawyers, and public servants on what's next for the rule of law. 🎟️ Get tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/rule-of-la...

This is the person who the Senate confirmed to be head of protocol without a single R no. She's in charge of coordinating summits and other high level meetings with other countries. She is using that platform to say America hasn't had a free or fair election in at least 16 years. A disgrace.

I'm excited about how our Summit is coming together. There's room for everyone, from left to right, Trump critics and open-minded Trump fans. Let's talk together about the rule of law, the Constitution, and American Democracy in this moment. societyfortheruleoflaw.org/2025-rule-of...

Regretably, this is relevant again. Here's our recent webinar on the domestic deployment of the military. Despite some technical gliches, really insightful commentary here. www.youtube.com/live/UQ--rLd...

In a stunning abdication of their constitutional oaths, Senate Republicans voted to confirm Emil Bove, a manifestly unfit Trump loyalist, to a lifetime appointment on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. @greggnunziata.bsky.social

The domestic deployment of the military for routine law enforcement poses serious risks to liberty, public safety, and ultimately military readiness. It ought to be avoided by a free and self-confident people whenever possible.

I spoke with @deseret.com.web.brid.gy about the "astonishingly flimsy" allegations that Jack Smith violated the Hatch Act. www.deseret.com/politics/202...

"Bove’s confirmation marks the crossing of a Rubicon in our continuing slouch toward presidential Caesarism." My essay in the Unpopulist. www.theunpopulist.net/p/the-confir...

This is the best case I've read on why the Emil Bove confirmation represents the starkest signal yet of Trump's reorganization of presidential politics around pure loyalism. Fantastic from @greggnunziata.bsky.social in @theunpopulist.net

“This is not law. It is a betrayal of the republican spirit. It is anarchy loosed upon the world.” Emil Bove was confirmed despite whistleblower reports, ethical breaches, and open contempt for the courts. @greggnunziata.bsky.social [email protected]: www.theunpopulist.net/p/the-confir...

I spoke with the Christian Science Monitor about the Bove nomination, Trump DOJ leadership picks, and the stakes for the rule of law. www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics...

Wonky but important. The law is clear, but even if there were no law, Americans deserve transparency on how the government actually spends Congressionally appropriated funds.

I spoke with Scripps New Group about the Emil Bove nomination. www.scrippsnews.com/politics/con...

It's gross to suggest that this might matter, we've also seen gross abuse of power by cops which resulted in white people killed. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBUU...

"Donald Trump is determined to transform America’s system of justice into his personal political weapon, and now Breonna Taylor’s family bears the fresh pain of a new and terrible miscarriage of justice." www.nytimes.com/2025/07/20/o...

Please join us online on Wednesday for this important conversation about the President's tariffs and the rule of law. With the Scalia Law School and Andrew Morris of the New Civil Liberties Alliance societyfortheruleoflaw.org/tariffs-and-...

This is a remarkable letter from former judges. The case against Mr. Bove's confirmation ultimately has nothing to do with ideology or politics; it's about fundamental unfitness for the judicial role. www.cnn.com/2025/07/15/p...

Independence Day reading from @judgeluttig.bsky.social www.telos.news/p/luttig-the...

"Without a robust, independent judiciary and with a supine or compliant Congress, there's virtually no limit to what the government can do to take away our liberties," — @greggnunziata.bsky.social Check out this piece feat. AZ Supreme Court Justice Clint Bolick ⬇️ www.azcentral.com/story/news/l...

"I started crying, because it's been so hard to forgive myself" Jan 6 defendant Pam Hemphill tells CBS News's "The Takeout" that she received a letter of gratitude from Mike Pence, for rejecting her pardon (Hemphill spoke with my colleague Major Garrett) ==>

I very much understand anxiety about any SCOTUS ruling that appears to limit the powers of the judiciary at this moment. But, this isn't Trump v. U.S. The CASA majority opinion is quite convincing, and catastrophic reactions are not compelling.

I deeply appreciate the countless Conservative Americans who reject extremism and honor the rule of law.

The subhead is more accurate -- Trump is picking a new kind of nominee. Trump's judicial nominations to date have been excellent. I was proud to support them. I take no pleasure, but have no hesitation, in opposing this one. ow.ly/aeO5106cUvO

Society for the Rule of Law has never opposed a judicial nominee until Emil Bove, citing his record of "manipulating prosecutions for political ends." Attempts to paint opposition to Bove as partisan are false.

Our Supreme Court is not extremist, by any definition. It remains the most constitutional functional branch.

More evidence in support of an already overwhelming case: the Senate should reject Mr. Bove's nomination to the judiciary. Justice Dept. Leader Suggested Violating Court Orders, Whistle-Blower Says www.nytimes.com/2025/06/24/u...

I'm a former GOP chief nominations counsel. I spent much of my career in that role, and others, supporting the judicial nominations of Republican presidents. Emil Bove is unacceptable. societyfortheruleoflaw.org/senate-lette...

(1/2) Today, @greggnunziata.bsky.social, on behalf of the Society for the Rule of Law Institute, urged the Senate Judiciary Committee to reject Emil Bove’s nomination to the Third Circuit. The letter raises serious concerns about Bove’s record and his role in the Department of Justice.

The Society for the Rule of Law Institute opposes the nomination of Emil Bove, III, to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. It urges conservatives, in particular, to join in opposition. Read our letter: societyfortheruleoflaw.org/senate-lette...

Please consider joining us online next week for this timely discussion. @chkbal.bsky.social societyfortheruleoflaw.org/domestic-dep...

Lt. Col. Garri Hendell, a Society Member and officer in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, writes a compelling reflection on the importance of evaluating moral principles and drawing hard lines — both in military service and civic life. Read it here ⬇️ societyfortheruleoflaw.org/garri-hendel...

“It makes this nomination a real test case of whether the Senate will allow the president to fill the bench with loyalists.” - Nunziata of the nomination of Emil Bove to the Third Circuit

I spoke to Politico Mag about the Bove nomination and the future of the conservative legal movement. www.politico.com/news/magazin...

In 2016, Ross Douthat said, "If you dislike the religious right, wait till you meet the post-religious right." Today, I say, if you don't like a GOP wedded to the conservative legal movement, wait till you meet one that has divorced it. www.thebulwark.com/p/danger-of-...