

Lawfare Daily: The Trials of the Trump Administration, May 30
10 snips Jun 2, 2025
Join Scott Anderson, a national security law expert, Roger Parloff, a political and legal analyst, and Anna Bower, seasoned in legal discourse, as they dissect significant legal challenges faced by the Trump administration. They debate two pivotal court rulings on tariffs and migrant humanitarian status, revealing the complexities of executive power. The conversation also covers the implications of Supreme Court rulings on immigration and corporate responses to evolving trade policies. Their engaging dialogue blends humor with crucial legal insights.
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Conflicting Court Rulings on IEEPA Tariffs
- Two courts ruled President Trump's IEEPA tariffs unlawful but used conflicting reasoning.
- This sets up a likely Supreme Court decision to clarify the legal authority under IEEPA.
Supreme Court Ends Massive Migrant Status
- The Supreme Court allowed Trump to end humanitarian status for 530,000 migrants abruptly.
- This mass illegalization is unprecedented and creates immense chaos for affected individuals.
Do Bail Hearings Early in Immigration Cases
- Courts should conduct bail hearings early in immigration cases to allow nonviolent detainees release.
- This prevents unnecessary detention while legal proceedings unfold.