Foreign Policy and National Security

U.S. foreign policy and national security shape America’s global interactions, from military operations to trade and diplomacy. These policies decide military force usage, aid or sanctions, and balancing rights with security needs.

Military Authority and War Powers

Presidential military power has murky legal boundaries. Learn how the War Powers Resolution works—and why it rarely stops Presidents, why “Imminent Threat” has no legal definition—and Presidents know it, how Trump announced war on Truth Social—which may have violated the law, and if joint strikes with allies need separate Congressional approval.

Military Operations and Personnel

Operations involve spending, gear, and troops. See how Iran strikes affect your gas prices, who profits from replacing $2M Tomahawks, that deployed jobs are protected—but enforcement lags, why allies worry about Iran strikes, and if base attacks trigger NATO’s Article 5.

Intelligence and Surveillance

Intelligence balances security and privacy. Know what NSA’s Section 702 allows without warrants, how the FISA Court oversees it, why Congress debates it repeatedly, and links to Iran dossier like Iraq WMDs.

Economic Tools: Tariffs and Sanctions

Economic measures complement force. Review the 1977 tariff law and limits plus Section 122’s emergency intent.