Legal AF by MeidasTouch Melania Trump Begs for Judge Cannon to Bail Her Out
Jan 6, 2026
Melania Trump is attempting to evade a lawsuit from journalist Michael Wolff by claiming she was never served. The discussion dives into Wolff's allegations linking Melania to Epstein and Trump's inner circle. There's a strategy analysis as Melania seeks to transfer the case to Florida, hoping for a favorable judge. The podcast also unpacks legal concepts like service rules and anti-SLAPP defenses that could impact the case. A deep dive into the complexities of jurisdiction and Melania's arguments makes for an intriguing legal drama.
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Evasion Won't Block Federal Service
- Melania Trump is actively evading personal service, moving among residences to avoid process servers.
- Michael Popok explains federal courts have tools to counter evasion, like alternative service and serving the secretary of state.
Preemptive Suit Uses Anti-SLAPP Strategy
- Michael Wolff preemptively sued in New York state court seeking declarations and anti-SLAPP protection.
- Popok notes that this strategy attacks attempts to use libel threats to chill free speech.
Use Alternative Service When Evasion Occurs
- If a defendant evades service, seek court-approved alternative methods like publishing or serving the secretary of state.
- Ask the judge to authorize substitute or electronic service to shift the burden back to the defendant.