What Can (and Can't) the President Do?

Monday, August 17, 2026

The episode of Hugh Hewitt’s show examines the National Trust for Historic Preservation v. National Park Service case, focusing on the president’s authority over the White House and surrounding national security facilities. The panel discusses important legal issues like standing and laches, emphasizing the need to prevent courts from entertaining lawsuits brought by parties without a clear legal injury. Overall, the discussion highlights the importance of protecting presidential authority and limiting judicial overreach as the case awaits a decision from the U.S. Supreme Court.