The MeidasTouch Podcast Mayor Barbara Lee Discusses Her Lawsuit against Trump for J6
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Dec 31, 2025 Mayor Barbara Lee, former U.S. Congresswoman and civil rights advocate, discusses her role as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit against Donald Trump regarding the January 6 events. She shares her personal experiences from that day and highlights the importance of accountability and justice. The conversation touches on Oakland's proactive measures in protecting its community and Lee's optimism for the future, fueled by youth activism and cultural progress. Lee emphasizes the need for perseverance in the pursuit of equal justice.
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Immunity Claim Versus Personal Conduct
- Donald Trump is asserting absolute immunity for his January 6 conduct in civil suits, blocking document production and discovery.
- Barbara Lee and plaintiffs argue he acted as a candidate in his personal capacity, so immunity should not apply.
On The Floor During The Attack
- Barbara Lee recounts sitting on the floor of Congress during the January 6 attack and praises the Capitol Police's heroism.
- She stresses the attack nearly thwarted the peaceful transfer of power but ultimately failed thanks to bravery of officers.
Civil Lawsuit Framing And Plaintiffs
- Lee v. Trump is a civil suit led by Barbara Lee with the NAACP against Trump and extremist groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys.
- The suit's core claim is that no one is above the law and defendants acted outside official duties on January 6.