George Conway Explains It All (To Sarah Longwell) S2 Ep122: Grand Juries Are Resisting Trump’s Show Trials (w/ Andrew Weissmann)
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Aug 28, 2025 
Andrew Weissmann, a former federal prosecutor known for his role in the Mueller investigation, dives into Trump’s controversial moves, including militarizing cities and firing a Fed governor. He sheds light on how courts and grand juries are resisting these actions, signaling a pushback for democracy. The discussion touches on the political chaos surrounding public health policies and voter suppression, highlighting the significant challenges facing democracy today. Weissmann emphasizes the urgent need for awareness and unity against rising authoritarianism.
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Nationwide Guard Deployments Need An Emergency
- The executive order creates a nationwide cadre to deploy National Guard and federal forces beyond DC and LA.
- Such deployments legally require a genuine emergency or they risk violating Posse Comitatus and related limits.
Push Back By Demanding Proof Of An Emergency
- Focus public pressure on the lack of a true emergency when federal forces are deployed.
- Push courts and media to scrutinize whether the administration legitimately faces an emergency before accepting deployments.
Fix Crime By Funding Local, Trained Policing
- If you want to reduce crime, invest in trained local police with community ties instead of federalized troops.
- Fund and professionalize beat policing rather than using National Guard, ICE, or FBI for street-level law enforcement.
