#SistersInLaw 243: Independence Day
Jul 5, 2025
Joyce Vance and her guests dive into the unsettling allegations of torture against deportees. They tackle the implications of the 8th Amendment regarding cruel and unusual punishment, particularly in relation to ICE actions. The discussion spans the controversial denaturalization policy, questioning its effects on citizenship rights. Plus, they explore Governor Newsom’s defamation lawsuit against Fox News and the chilling impacts on whistleblower protections. Light-hearted moments about July 4th festivities bring a touch of humor to these serious topics.
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Unusual Witness Strategy Raises Flags
- The government using a felon in prison as a cooperating witness against Abrego Garcia is highly unusual and suspicious.
- Such a strategy likely incentivizes false testimony and undermines the integrity of the prosecution.
Torture Allegations Shock and Concern
- Abrego Garcia alleges brutal torture and mistreatment in an El Salvador prison after deportation.
- Outsourcing incarceration without oversight violates U.S. responsibilities and human rights standards.
Constitutional Limits on Deportee Protection
- The U.S. Constitution's Eighth Amendment banning cruel punishment applies narrowly and may not protect deportees housed abroad.
- Due process claims under the Fifth Amendment might offer another legal avenue for relief.
