Lever Time Executive Disorder (With Keith Ellison)
Sep 29, 2025
Keith Ellison, the Elected Attorney General of Minnesota and former U.S. Representative renowned for his civil rights work, discusses pressing legal battles against the Trump administration's executive orders. He shares insights on suing TikTok over youth exploitation, addressing gun violence through corporate accountability, and the importance of antitrust actions against monopolies. Ellison also critiques the Democratic Party’s strategies and emphasizes grassroots mobilization to expand the electorate, advocating for bold action on economic justice and civil rights.
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Executive Orders Versus Rule Of Law
- The Trump administration's surge of executive orders is stress-testing U.S. legal limits and democratic norms.
- State attorneys general have become primary defenders against federal overreach through rapid litigation.
Targeted After A State Assassination
- Keith Ellison described being targeted on a hit list after a Minnesota assassination and said he isn't afraid of those extremists.
- He framed personal security concerns alongside his public duty as Attorney General.
Use Civil Law To Curb Gun Harm
- Sue gun manufacturers and pursue civil measures to reduce gun violence rather than relying only on criminal law.
- Pass red flag laws, remove assault rifles, and require safe storage to prevent accidental and mass shootings.
