This chapter focuses on an attorney representing a defendant involved in the U.S. Capitol events on January 6th, exploring charges of obstruction, assault, and civil disturbance. The conversation delves into the nuances of the obstruction charge, its implications for plea bargaining, past convictions, and the potential severe penalties faced by individuals involved in federal proceedings.
You can beat the heat if you beat the charges too. Vox’s Ian Millhiser previews the Donald Trump immunity case going before the Supreme Court this week, and lawyer Jeffrey Green explains Trump’s role in a related case involving January 6 defendants.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Anouck Dussaud, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
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