The Majority Report with Sam Seder 2517 - Trump's Showdown With SCOTUS And Protesters w/ Mark Joseph Stern
Jun 12, 2025
Mark Joseph Stern, a senior writer at Slate and co-host of the Amicus podcast, dives into crucial Supreme Court issues. He unpacks the Trump administration's legal battles and its implications for democracy. Topics include controversial rulings on gun protections and workplace discrimination, and the tension within the Federalist Society affecting judicial appointments. The conversation also touches on contentious debates over birthright citizenship and the risks posed by book bans in education, emphasizing the importance of civil rights and educational integrity.
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Abrego Garcia's Prosecution Is Politically Motivated
- The Trump administration fabricated human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia to justify his detention.
- This exemplifies prosecutorial abuse and political persecution rather than genuine legal action.
Gun Industry Immunity Narrowly Upheld
- The Supreme Court narrowly rejected Mexico's lawsuit against U.S. gun sellers aiding cartels.
- They avoided ruling on broad gun industry immunity under PLACA, preserving some legal ambiguity.
Equal Burden in Discrimination Claims
- The Supreme Court confirmed that Title VII protects individuals from discrimination regardless of majority or minority status.
- Discrimination claims must be proved equally whether the plaintiff is from a majority or minority group.
