Trump Trial Circus Begins, and Biden Foreign Policy Chaos Consequences, with Alan Dershowitz, Glenn Greenwald, Noah Pollak, and Josh Hammer | Ep. 766
Apr 15, 2024
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Alan Dershowitz, a prominent constitutional lawyer, joins Glenn Greenwald, an investigative journalist known for his work on surveillance, along with political commentator Noah Pollak and journalist Josh Hammer. They delve into the chaotic landscape of Trump's upcoming trial, discussing its unprecedented nature and potential juror biases. The conversation shifts to Biden's foreign policy missteps, especially regarding Iran and Israel, questioning America's role in Middle Eastern conflicts. They also analyze the implications of campaign finance laws and the media's influence on public perception.
The unprecedented Trump trial reflects on the mockery of the legal system in America.
Iran's military capabilities and Biden's foreign policy chaos are discussed in relation to Israel.
Legal experts point out weak motives and lack of substantial evidence in the
The flawed jury pool selection process in heavily left-leaning Manhattan raises concerns about bias.
Deep dives
Legal Experts React to the First Day of Trump's Trial
Legal experts and commentators reflect on the trial of former President Donald Trump, discussing key moments such as the judge's decision to exclude the Access Hollywood tape but allow Trump's comments as evidence. Alan Dershowitz emphasizes that the case is weak, pointing out mixed motives and lack of clear federal charges. The trial is seen as politically driven, with radical elements pressuring the DA to prosecute.
Insights on the Exclusion of the Access Hollywood Tape
The judge's ruling to bar the Access Hollywood tape but allow Trump's words into evidence is discussed, highlighting the assessment that the tape was gossip and hearsay. Legal scholars view this decision as appropriate, focusing on admissions made by Trump rather than speculative motives.
Controversy Surrounding Trump's Motives and Prosecution
The controversy over Trump's motives for paying hush money and the state's prosecution are explored. Analysts critique the state's attempt to dissect Trump's intentions, emphasizing the lack of clarity on federal charges and the political pressures behind the trial.
Analysis of the Weakness in the Case Against Trump
Legal experts analyze the perceived weakness of the case against Trump, citing the prosecution's speculative nature and lack of substantial evidence. The discussion delves into the trial's origins, highlighting political bias and the contentious nature of prosecuting a former president.
Analysis of the Jury Questionnaire and Potential Biased Jurors
The discussion delves into the flaws of the jury questionnaire in Trump's case, highlighting how potential jurors may lie to be selected and the challenge of finding unbiased jurors in a heavily left-leaning district like Manhattan.
Impact of Trump's Testimony and Jury Nullification Strategy
The debate centers on Trump's potential testimony and the risks involved, discussing how his lawyer would advise against it due to the perjury risk, and how Trump's persona could influence jury nullification to speak beyond the court to the public.
Concerns Over Election Interference and Strategic Political Moves
The conversation extends to the perceived election interference in Trump's legal battles, predicting losses for Biden in specific states and critiquing Biden's stance on Israel, highlighting potential political missteps impacting future elections.
Megyn Kelly begins the show discussing the unprecedented moment in America as former President Donald Trump goes on trial in NYC, the anticipated “media circus,” the mockery of our legal system coming to light, the unprecedented moment worldwide as Iran attacks on Israel, whether the Biden administration is responsible for chaos in the region, and more. Then Noah Pollak, Free Beacon contributor, and Glenn Greenwald, host of Rumble's "System Update," join to discuss the true scope of Iran's military capabilities, whether Iran’s attack on Israel will lead to a larger escalation of war in region, the consequences of President Biden’s foreign policy chaos, whether America should be less involved with Israel’s conflicts in the Middle East, the reasons Iran hates the United States, and more. Then Alan Dershowitz, author of "Get Trump," and Josh Hammer, host of the "America on Trial" podcast, join to discuss the details of the absurd Trump “hush money” case, why we'll see a very biased jury pool, what the ideal juror would look like, the truth about the faulty legal theory connecting hush money and campaign expenditures that's key to the Trump case, the “R-rated” trial content ahead, whether Donald Trump will take the stand in the “hush money” trial, Trump's statements in court vs. court of public opinion, and more.