As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its Constitution, debate is growing over whether power remains balanced across government institutions. The US constitutional system faces scrutiny amid disputes over executive, judicial and administrative authority. These debates raise broader questions about the resilience of the US constitutional system.
This event discusses:
- How has the separation of powers evolved over the past 250 years?
- Does the Constitution effectively prevent the concentration of power?
- What impact have the administrative state and judiciary had on institutional balance?
- Which reforms could strengthen accountability and constitutional resilience?
- How well is the Constitution equipped to meet future political challenges?