The NPR Politics Podcast Roundup: Supreme Court Abortion Ruling, Robert F. Kennedy
Jun 28, 2024
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an Independent candidate for president and an environmental attorney, shares insights on his campaign and critiques the two-party system. He discusses economic issues and the struggle for media visibility while emphasizing support from young and independent voters. The conversation also dives into the recent Supreme Court rulings impacting abortion rights and the legal landscape surrounding January 6th, highlighting the broader implications for justice and healthcare access.
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January 6th Prosecutions
- The Justice Department has prosecuted over 1,400 people related to the January 6th insurrection.
- A Supreme Court ruling limited the scope of an obstruction law used in these cases.
Idaho Abortion Ruling
- The Supreme Court allowed emergency abortions in Idaho to protect the mother's health.
- This narrow ruling doesn't clarify the overall legal landscape.
Kennedy's Candidacy
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is running for president as an independent.
- He's polling between 10-15%, making both Biden and Trump campaigns nervous.