Pod Save America Trumpworld Takes on Taylor Swift
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Jan 31, 2024 
Leah Litman, a law professor and co-host of Crooked's Strict Scrutiny podcast, joins the conversation to explore the bizarre intersection of politics and pop culture, particularly focusing on the right's fascination with Taylor Swift. She analyzes Donald Trump's increasing legal troubles, including significant financial ramifications and upcoming trials. The discussion also touches on state versus federal conflicts, as well as the ambitious strategies of the Biden-Harris campaign to navigate voter engagement amidst misinformation.
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Trump's Legal Troubles
- Donald Trump faces rulings costing millions and multiple criminal trials.
- He still leads Republican polls despite sexual assault liability and 91 felony charges.
E. Jean Carroll Trials
- E. Jean Carroll won two trials against Trump, one for sexual abuse and defamation, another for defamation during his presidency.
- Trump lawyer Alina Habba's appeal arguments are weak due to forfeited objections.
Trial Delay
- The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals’ delay on Trump's immunity claim is hindering his election trial.
- A Republican-appointed judge might be slowing down the process despite skepticism towards Trump's argument.