federalism
Coverage of federalism in the Nexus archive.
- Democrats push nearly 250 state bills opposing federal immigration efforts
Democratic lawmakers nationwide proposed nearly 250 state bills seeking to limit federal immigration enforcement efforts, reflecting a growing embrace of federalism. These measures, which include protections in sensitive places like schools and hospitals, address ramped up enforcement efforts during President Donald Trump’s second term. However, some attempts have faced Republican opposition and White House challenges, while even Democratic governors have vetoed related legislation.
- Democrats push nearly 250 state bills opposing federal immigration efforts
Democratic lawmakers proposed nearly 250 bills across 32 states seeking to limit federal immigration enforcement efforts and push back against perceived federal overreach. While many of these measures have faced opposition from White House challenges and governor vetoes, the movement emphasizes using federalism as a tool for state protection. Lawmakers are attempting to protect people in sensitive locations such as schools and hospitals.
- Governors and lawmakers say they’re getting serious about states’ rights
State leaders of both parties are calling for a rebalancing of power, believing the federal government currently wields too much authority. Bipartisan groups of governors and lawmakers aim to shift more control back to the states regarding issues such as elections, energy, and education. These officials argue that a renewed focus on federalism could lower national polarization by reducing the central role of the president.
- Governors and lawmakers say they’re getting serious about states’ rights
Governors from Colorado and Utah, representing different political parties, discussed the need to rebalance state and federal power at the National Governors Association meeting. They emphasized states' rights over elections, energy, and education, with bipartisan calls for reducing federal influence and returning authority to states.
- Governors and lawmakers say they’re getting serious about states’ rights
Governors from both parties advocate for rebalancing federal and state power, emphasizing states' control over elections, energy, and education. They highlight bipartisan efforts to reduce federal overreach and address political polarization by decentralizing decision-making.
- Governors and lawmakers say they’re getting serious about states’ rights
Governors and lawmakers from both parties emphasize the need to rebalance state and federal power, advocating for states to maintain control over elections, energy, and education. They argue the federal government has grown too powerful and call for bipartisan cooperation to shift authority back to states.
- Kerala Higher Education Minister urges MPs to oppose VBSA Bill
Kerala Higher Education Minister Roji M. John urges members of parliament to oppose the VBSA Bill, arguing that the proposed law undermines federalism, academic autonomy, and state powers in higher education.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The United States faces a pivotal choice between continuing a path of increased federal control under President Donald Trump or rebalancing power to strengthen state autonomy. Trump's efforts to assert authority over state-run elections and use federal resources as political leverage have strained federal-state relations, while some states have enacted laws to resist these actions. Experts warn of a stress test on the nation's foundational federalism.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The article discusses the growing tension between the U.S. federal government and states under President Trump, who seeks to centralize power, and states resisting through countermeasures. Experts warn that this stress on federalism could redefine the nation's governance structure, with states potentially rebalancing authority against an aggressive White House.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The article discusses the U.S. facing a pivotal choice between a powerful federal government under President Donald Trump or states acting as a counterweight. It highlights tensions in federalism as Trump uses executive power to influence states, while Democratic states resist with laws to counter federal actions on issues like immigration and elections.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The United States faces a pivotal choice between maintaining a stronger federal government led by President Donald Trump or rebalancing power to states. Trump has used executive authority to pressure states and assert control over elections, while Democratic states have enacted laws to resist federal overreach. Experts warn that federalism is fraying, raising concerns about the future of governance.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The United States faces a pivotal choice between maintaining federal dominance under President Donald Trump or rebalancing power with states. Trump's efforts to assert control over state elections and use federal resources for political leverage have strained federal-state relations, prompting resistance from Democratic states through legislative measures.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The United States faces a pivotal choice between maintaining a powerful federal government under President Donald Trump or rebalancing power toward states. Experts warn federalism is fraying as states resist executive overreach through laws and policies. Trump has used federal resources to pressure states, while Democratic states are developing countermeasures.
- States will shape America’s future as nation confronts a pivotal choice
The article discusses the U.S. facing a choice between continuing under a federal government led by Donald Trump seeking more control or rebalancing power with states. Experts warn of federalism fraying as Trump uses federal resources to influence states, prompting Democratic states to enact resistance laws.
- Democrats, Republicans alike focus on states’ rights as a way out of America’s political woes
Democrats and Republicans are advocating for states’ rights to address political polarization, with examples including California challenging federal National Guard deployment and Minnesota pushing for state oversight after a federal immigration-related incident. Both parties aim to shift power from the federal government to states to reduce national political swings and policy reversals.
- Democrats, Republicans alike focus on states’ rights as a way out of America’s political woes
Democrats and Republicans are advocating for states’ rights to address political divisions, with Democrats opposing President Trump’s federal policies and both parties seeking to shift decision-making to state governments. Examples include Utah’s Federalism Commission, California’s lawsuit over National Guard deployment, and Minnesota’s response to federal immigration enforcement.
- CPI to launch campaign against ‘threats’ to Constitution, democracy
CPI will launch a campaign from August 6 to 15, involving marches, rallies, and public meetings to address threats to the Constitution and democracy. CPI leader D. Raja criticized the government on economic policies, federalism, welfare schemes, and electoral reforms.
- State Police should protect citizens’ rights, aligned with federalism- -NGF
Governors are consulting with attorneys-general across Nigeria's 36 states to review constitutional amendments needed for establishing state police forces. The initiative emphasizes aligning state police with federalism and protecting citizens' rights.
- Protecting federalism must be the INDIA bloc’s ‘glue’
The INDIA bloc's future is tied to defending federalism and democracy. Protecting federalism is emphasized as crucial for maintaining the alliance's unity.
- An Explosion in School Choice: Jeb Bush on a Quarter-Century of Change in Florida
Jeb Bush and Ryan Delk discussed the evolution of educational choice in Florida, highlighting its expansion from 80 students in a voucher program to over 50% of parents choosing schools. The conversation covered policies like Education Savings Accounts and the rise of microschools like Primer, emphasizing parental empowerment and educational entrepreneurship.
- Crises in Amhara, Tigray cloud Ethiopia's election 2026
The June 1, 2026 Ethiopian elections face security challenges and political debates over federalism and governance. Crises in Amhara and Tigray regions could impact the polls, which are crucial for the country's democratic future.