The Illegal News with Sarah Longwell

S2 Ep138: Yes, George Had to Leave. But We’re Still Here.

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Dec 27, 2025
The departure of George Conway leads to exciting changes as Sarah Longwell introduces new hosts. They dive into a hypothetical extreme Trump presidency, discussing the potential consequences of authoritarianism. The duo debates whether public opinion and the Supreme Court can constrain Trump's behavior. They also reflect on Trump’s chaotic week, including troubling speeches and policy theatrics. Additionally, they explore fractures in the conservative movement and the impact of social media on radicalization, concluding with year-end reflections and hopes for the future.
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INSIGHT

Podcast Continues After Host Leaves

  • The Illegal News will continue after George Conway leaves and will bring in legal experts to explain developments.
  • Sarah Longwell stresses the show's mission to keep unpacking legal news for democracy.
ANECDOTE

Hyperbolic List Of Potential Trump Excesses

  • Jonathan V. Last lists surreal things Trump might do, from placing giant portraits to staging cage fights on the White House lawn.
  • He uses hyperbole to show how critics once dismissed extreme warnings as "Trump derangement."
INSIGHT

Cosmetics Reflect Policy Threats

  • Cosmetic acts like renaming institutions mirror deeper authoritarian policies such as illegal deportations and pardons.
  • Sarah Longwell links symbolism to concrete policy harms that persist beyond theatrics.
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