Join us for the Cato Institute’s 2025 Congressional Fellowship in Constitutional Studies – an eight-week fellowship for congressional staff who are interested in the philosophical roots and practical applications of constitutional law from a libertarian perspective. Open to congressional staff of any party or ideology, lawyers and non-lawyers alike, the fellowship will consist of weekly receptions and discussions featuring experts from various fields of constitutional law. Through readings, lectures, and discussions, participants will have an opportunity to explore core principles of the constitution on issues such as surveillance, foreign and domestic, criminal justice, and the first amendment and free speech online. Discussions will be collegial, nonpartisan, and off-the-record.

Those who are interested in participating can find more information below and are encouraged to submit a statement of interest. Preference will be given to early submissions, and participants must commit to attending no fewer than six of the eight sessions.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at GovAffairs@​cato.​org.

Sessions will be held on Thursdays at a Capitol Hill-adjacent restaurant from 6:00–8:00 p.m. May 22 – July 24. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served.

To express interest in the Fellowship, please fill out the short form no later than May 16.