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The Lawfare Podcast

Lawfare Daily: Trump Trials and Tribulations Weekly Round-up (June 21, 2024)

Jun 23, 2024
Legal experts Anna Bower, Lee Kovarsky, and Martin Lederman discuss the legality of Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment, appellate issues in Trump's NYC case, filings in Fulton County, and more. They tackle Supreme Court challenges, historical context of special counsel appointments, Judge Cannon's decision, recent court opinions, updates on cases in DC and Fulton County, delay in Supreme Court ruling, and legal ramifications for Trump-related cases.
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  • Appellate potential hinges on unanimosity on unlawful means in Trump's case.
  • Dissecting unlawful elements crucial for crafting robust appellate strategy.

Deep dives

Review of 17, 152 Conspiracy Elements

The focal point of the podcast discussion delves into the 17, 152 conspiracy elements charging Trump for unlawfully promoting his candidacy and engaging in a cover-up. The jury had to unanimously agree on the existence of a federal campaign finance violation, other falsified documentation, or a state tax law violation as the unlawful means, without having to concur on a specific one. This aspect presents potential appellate opportunities regarding requiring unanimity on each unlawful mean and potential errors in the jury instructions.

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