George Conway Explains It All (To Sarah Longwell) S2 Ep132: Trump’s DOJ Lost to a Hoagie (w/ Sam Stein & Steve Vladeck)
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Nov 10, 2025 
Steve Vladeck, a law professor and Supreme Court expert, joins to dissect legal absurdities surrounding a hoagie-tossing acquittal and the dubious Comey indictment. They explore how jury instructions shaped the sandwich verdict and why the Comey case seems doomed to fail. Transitioning to Trump's tariffs, Vladeck explains critical Supreme Court arguments and the implications of delegation power. He reveals justices' skepticism over the administration's claims and predicts a decision that could reshape tariff laws, hinting at significant consequences for U.S. businesses.
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Why The Sandwich Case Failed
- The jury acquitted the man who threw a wrapped sandwich because the touching wasn’t "offensive to a person of reasonable sensitivities."
- George Conway argues common-sense prosecution would have been brief detention, not felony charges.
Raid, Sizzle Reel, Then Acquittal
- Sam Stein recounts the flashy raid and PR push by U.S. Attorney Jack Smith's office (Jeanine Pirro in this episode) to prosecute the sandwich thrower.
- George Conway compares the spectacle to an overblown political effort that backfired when jury common sense prevailed.
Multiple Ways The Comey Case Could Collapse
- The Comey indictment faces multiple procedural flaws including questionable appointment authority and messy grand-jury work.
- Conway predicts dismissal on jurisdiction, appointment, or evidentiary grounds before trial.