George Conway Explains It All (To Sarah Longwell) S2 Ep109: Judge After Judge Slaps Down Trump
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May 9, 2025 George Conway and Sarah Longwell dive into the recent dismissal of Ed Martin's nomination for U.S. Attorney, highlighting the backlash against Trump's executive order related to Perkins Coie. They discuss the judiciary's pushback against Trump's application of the Alien Enemies Act, along with the ongoing struggle to resolve the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case. The conversation emphasizes judicial accountability and the failures of leadership in upholding constitutional duties, blending serious legal discussion with a lighthearted take on cookware controversies.
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Ed Martin's Unfitness Revealed
- Ed Martin was unfit as DC U.S. Attorney nominee due to ties with Jan 6ers and Nazi affiliations.
- He was also a frequent contributor to Russian state media RT, undisclosed to Senate.
Ed Martin Would Abuse Power
- Had Ed Martin been confirmed, he would have weaponized the U.S. Attorney’s office against Trump's enemies.
- His investigative powers risked misuse for political retaliation.
Courts Rebuff Trump's Law Firm Order
- Trump's executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie was struck down as unconstitutional.
- It was deemed retaliatory, violating First Amendment and due process rights.