Political Figures
This former South Carolina governor and U.N. Ambassador became known for her strong stance against anti-Israel resolutions at the U.N.
Who is Nikki Haley?
Trump’s EO 13780 revised the original travel ban and added this additional review process for foreign nationals.
What is enhanced vetting?
Ronald Reagan famously said “trust, but verify” during negotiations with this foreign nation.
What is the Soviet Union?
This amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.
What is the 10th Amendment?
The U.S. agency responsible for patrolling the border and preventing illegal crossings.
What is the U.S. Border Patrol?
This Wisconsin governor gained national attention for limiting public-sector union power in 2011.
Who is Scott Walker?
Trump’s EO 13818 expanded sanctions under this act targeting global human rights violators.
What is the Global Magnitsky Act?
This 1986 reform act under Reagan granted amnesty to certain undocumented immigrants.
What is the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)?
This clause gives Congress authority to regulate economic activity across state lines — often debated by conservatives concerned about federal overreach.
What is the Commerce Clause?
This policy required asylum seekers to stay in Mexico while their cases were processed.
What is the “Remain in Mexico” policy (Migrant Protection Protocols)?
This Supreme Court Justice, appointed by Trump, wrote the Dobbs decision that overturned Roe v. Wade.
Who is Justice Samuel Alito?
Trump’s EO 13795 reopened federal consideration of offshore drilling specifically in these two regions.
What are the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans?
This 1996 law, signed by Bill Clinton after pressure from a Republican Congress, overhauled welfare.
What is the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act?
This founding document outlines grievances against King George III and emphasizes natural rights.
What is the Declaration of Independence?
This defense alliance, formed in 1949, is frequently discussed in debates over U.S. military funding and commitments.
What is NATO?
This former Speaker of the House led the 1994 “Contract With America.”
Who is Newt Gingrich?
This EO directed agencies to eliminate two regulations for every new one added.
What is the “2-for-1” deregulation order (EO 13771)?
The conservative movement’s rise in the 1950s was heavily influenced by this National Review founder.
Who is William F. Buckley Jr.?
This term describes judges who interpret the Constitution based on its original meaning.
What is originalism?
This Middle Eastern terrorist leader was killed in a 2020 U.S. drone strike authorized by Trump.
Who is Qasem Soleimani?
This Arizona senator was known as “Mr. Conservative” for his limited-government ideology and 1964 presidential run.Who is Barry Goldwater?
Who is Barry Goldwater?
Trump’s EO 13813 expanded access to this type of insurance plan often favored by conservatives for lower premiums.
What are short-term or association health plans?
This 2010 Supreme Court decision expanded political spending freedoms for corporations and unions.
What is Citizens United v. FEC?
This Federalist Paper by James Madison explains the dangers of faction and supports a large republic.
What is Federalist No. 10?
Trump’s 2017 national security strategy centered on three themes: American prosperity, peace through strength, and this.
What is “America First”?