Trump Order to Axe 'Unlawful' Regulations Without Comment 'Radical' Move, Experts Say

Kevin King’s commentary was included in a National Law Journal article about President Trump’s order directing agencies to identify unlawful regulations. Kevin shares his insight on the move and what it means for the federal regulatory landscape.

While courts interpret whether regulations are lawful, the president has a duty to ensure laws are faithfully executed under both the Constitution and federal law, Kevin points out. “There’s a fair argument here on the part of the president's team that he's doing exactly what the Constitution requires by making sure that the regulations that are on the books are lawful,” he said.