

Shifts at Justice Dept & Sanctuary Cities Challenged
Feb 11, 2025
David Super, a Constitutional law professor at Georgetown, dives into how Attorney General Pam Bondi is reshaping the Justice Department under Trump’s directives. Elora Mukherjee, from Columbia Law School, shares her insights on the legal battles surrounding sanctuary cities. They discuss the tension between federal immigration laws and local governance, the implications of recent directives on law enforcement priorities, and the challenges these policies pose for immigrant communities. It’s a fascinating look into the evolving legal landscape!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Executive Power vs. Judicial Authority
02:06 • 7min
Legal Ramifications of Prosecutor Firings and DEI Investigations
09:29 • 5min
Examining Changes in Justice Department Priorities and Federalism
14:26 • 6min
Legal Conflict Over Sanctuary City Policies
20:00 • 2min
Sanctuary Cities Under Scrutiny
22:12 • 10min
Legal Challenges and Immigration Policy Updates
31:47 • 5min