Rule of Law

George Santos: From Congress to Prison to Freedom

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SUMMARY Former Congressman George Santos served just 84 days of his seven-year federal prison sentence for wire fraud and identity theft before President Trump commuted it in October 2025. Santos, who lied about virtually everything to get elected and stole from donors and family members, walked free based on political loyalty rather than justice, highlighting … Read more

The Rule of Law: Cornerstone of a Democratic Society

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As I write this, the United States is navigating complex legal and governance challenges that test the boundaries of established rule of law principles. The recent transition of power following the 2024 presidential election has prompted renewed attention to questions about executive authority, regulatory frameworks and judicial independence. Legal scholars and policy analysts across the … Read more