In the Name of National Security: Unchecked Presidential Power and the Reynolds Case
by Louis Fisher
In the Name of National Security by Louis Fisher investigates the Reynolds case, illuminating the expansion of unchecked presidential power under the guise of national security. It traces the case's legal battles and enduring effects on executive authority, constitutional rights, and government transparency in America.
About This Book
In the Name of National Security examines the Reynolds case, a pivotal moment in American legal history that addressed the scope of presidential authority.
The book delves into how this landmark decision influenced the interpretation of national security and executive power, highlighting the tensions between government secrecy and public accountability.
Louis Fisher provides a detailed account of the case's origins, proceedings, and lasting implications for constitutional law.
Through rigorous analysis, the work underscores the challenges of maintaining checks and balances in times of perceived national crisis.
This exploration offers insights into the evolution of presidential privileges and their role in shaping U.S. governance.
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