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The Lawfare Podcast

Lawfare Daily: Trump Trials and Tribulations Weekly Round-up (October 10, 2024)

Oct 12, 2024
Jack Goldsmith, a Harvard Law professor and co-founder of Lawfare, joins the conversation to delve into the intricate web of Trump’s legal challenges. Goldsmith discusses his op-ed critiquing the Justice Department’s filings in the Jan. 6 case, emphasizing the need for transparency. The dialogue also covers ongoing litigation across multiple states, the implications of the 60-day rule during elections, and the balance between legal integrity and public perception. Prepare for insights sprinkled with humor about pirates and paperwork!
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Quick takeaways

  • The legal debate surrounding Mark Meadows' attempt to move criminal charges to federal court underscores the complexities of federal versus state authority in election-related prosecutions.
  • Ongoing litigation in Trump’s D.C. case highlights tensions between legal transparency and potential influences on public opinion during an election cycle.

Deep dives

Strong Opposition to Meadows' Writ

The podcast discusses the strong brief opposing Mark Meadows' application to move his Fulton County criminal charges to federal court. The Fulton County District Attorney’s Office argues that the federal removal statute only applies to current federal officeholders, emphasizing a legal perspective that Meadows, as a former federal officer, does not qualify. They highlight that allowing such a removal could interfere with state election processes, reinforcing the boundaries of state legal jurisdictions. This stance reflects a significant point of contention in the legal landscape concerning federal versus state authority in election-related prosecutions.

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