Should Courts Defer to an Agency's Interpretation of Federal Law When Congress' Intent Is Unclear?

The article focuses on the ongoing debate surrounding the Chevron doctrine, which dictates that courts should defer to executive branch agencies' interpretations of federal laws when Congress' intent is unclear. Topics include the historical significance of Chevron in administrative law, the framework it provides for judicial review, and arguments in favor of adhering to Chevron based on principles of stare decisis, reliance interests, and workability concerns.