Not Reserving Judgment Episode 22: Why did the court smack down Trudeau's use of the Emergencies Act?
Jan 24, 2024
The hosts discuss a landmark decision by the Federal Court of Canada that found Trudeau illegally invoked the Emergencies Act. They analyze the arguments made by the Attorney General and highlight Justice Mosley's rejection of deference to the executive. They talk about winning a landmark case and the court's surprising decision. They discuss Trudeau's use of the Emergencies Act and the freezing of bank accounts. They analyze the federal judge's decision on the act and its nationwide applicability.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Deference to Executive Power and Standard of Review
02:27 • 27min
Discussion on Winning a Landmark Case and Appreciating Advocacy
29:33 • 2min
Court's Decision and Bitcoin Enthusiasm
31:56 • 11min
Disagreement over Trudeau's use of the Emergencies Act and freezing bank accounts
42:54 • 2min
Analysis of the Federal Judge's Decision on the Emergencies Act
45:14 • 4min