Impolitic with John Heilemann Andrew Weissmann: Law & Disorder
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Mar 21, 2025 Andrew Weissmann, a former federal prosecutor and FBI general counsel, dives into Donald Trump's recent confrontations with the judiciary. He discusses a constitutional crisis sparked by Trump's comments regarding Judge James Boasberg's deportation decisions. Weissmann highlights Chief Justice John Roberts' rare public rebuke of Trump and the implications of Trump's speech at DOJ headquarters. Despite being called 'scum' by the former president, Weissmann reflects on the challenges and humor in navigating today’s politically charged legal landscape.
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Trump's Attacks
- Trump's attacks on the judiciary target anyone who opposes him.
- This includes lawyers, judges, the media, and prosecutors.
Due Process Precedent
- Even suspected Nazis deserved hearings during World War II.
- The current deportations lack similar due process.
Initial Reaction
- Andrew Weissmann's initial reaction to the deportations was concern about due process.
- He compared the situation to Trump's Muslim ban.