Overview of The Atlantic Allegations

#SistersInLaw LIVE show in Denver they kick off by discussing the allegations against Kash Patel that led him to file a defamation lawsuit, the legal standard for defamation, and the potential national security implications.  Then, they review the key SCOTUS cases of 2026, covering the dangers posed by dark money in political contributions and by birthright citizenship.  They also examine the Trump administration’s targeting of the Southern Poverty Law Center and highlight the vital role non-profit organizations have in the fight for justice and civil rights.

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