Trump’s Attacks on the USPS, A Bump for Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Relations, and More

August 26, 2020

“USPS should not be viewed as a casualty of financial inefficiencies as much as it should be viewed as a constitutional public good—a public service—that is necessary for democracy and deserves adequate funding to fully operate for the American people.” Rashawn Ray discusses how the United States Postal Service has historically benefitted Americans and why it needs to be protected today.

Earlier this month, Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi pointedly demanded that Saudi Arabia “show leadership” on the Kashmir border issue, prompting quick backlash from the kingdom. Madiha Afzal takes a look at this crack in the relationship and explains how China fits into the picture.

One major lesson from Congress’s experience with the Trump administration is that a president who does not wish to comply with a congressional mandate can try to run out the clock. Molly Reynolds outlines some reforms that could mitigate this power imbalance and help policymakers hold the executive branch accountable.

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