

Biden Agrees to Debate Trump, Cohen Crushed in Cross, and Possible "Baby Reindeer" Lawsuit, with Marcia Clark and Mark Geragos | Ep. 792
May 15, 2024
Marcia Clark, a former prosecutor and bestselling author, joins Mark Geragos, a high-profile defense attorney, to dissect some of the hottest legal issues in the news. They discuss President Biden's unexpected agreement to debate Trump, the potential legal repercussions for Trump, and Michael Cohen's credibility issues during his fiery cross-examination. The conversation also dives into the Netflix series 'Baby Reindeer,' debating whether its real-life inspiration might have a case against the creators, highlighting the clash between media representation and reality.
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Trump's Debate Strategy
- Mark Geragos believes Trump readily agreed to a CNN debate as a strategic move.
- He thinks Trump is anticipating a conviction and will use the debate to argue against being remanded into custody.
Remand Procedures
- In New York state court, defendants convicted of multiple felonies are typically remanded into custody pending sentencing.
- This is different from federal court, which is generally more lenient.
Biden's Debate Timing
- Joe Biden agreed to debate Trump shortly after Trump's first conviction.
- This timing suggests Biden sees the conviction as a vulnerability to exploit.