Megyn's Trump Interview Next Week, and Potential New Murdaugh Trial, with Ric Grenell, Mike Baker, Jonna Spilbor, and David Wohl | Ep. 622
Sep 7, 2023
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Megyn Kelly announces her interview with Donald Trump. Ric Grenell discusses media bias, Biden's declining poll numbers, and DeSantis' campaign. Defense lawyers Jonna Spilbor and David Wohl talk about potential jury tampering in the Alex Murdaugh trial. Mike Baker joins to discuss Russia-Ukraine conflict and Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal. The podcast also covers sentencing disparities, police reform, and concerns about aging politicians.
The potential jury tampering in the Alex Murdaugh trial by a clerk could lead to an entirely new trial and potential criminal charges.
The allegations against Becky Hill raise concerns about the sanctity and transparency of our judicial system, particularly regarding the protection of jurors.
If the defense can prove jury tampering and misconduct by Becky Hill, it could result in criminal charges against her and prompt an examination of other cases she was involved in.
This case highlights the need for a fair and unbiased judicial process and underscores the potential implications of the conflict in Ukraine on the global food supply and the growing Russia-North Korea partnership.
Deep dives
Allegations of Jury Tampering and Misconduct in High-Profile Murder Trial
A South Carolina lawyer, Alec Murdoch, convicted of murdering his wife and son, may potentially receive a new trial. Jurors have signed sworn affidavits alleging that the clerk of court, Becky Hill, behaved inappropriately and tried to manipulate and influence the verdict. The allegations include instructing jurors not to be fooled by Murdoch's testimony, having private conversations with the jury, pressuring jurors to come to a quick conclusion, and providing false information about a pro-defense juror to the judge. These claims, if proven, could be considered jury tampering and undermine the integrity of the trial.
Serious Implications for the Judicial System
If the allegations against Becky Hill are true, it raises concerns about the sanctity of our judicial system. The fact that jurors felt they couldn't come forward during the trial and had to wait until after the trial to reveal their experiences further highlights the need for transparency and protection for jurors. This case could have potential ramifications for future trials, especially those involving high-profile cases where jurors may feel intimidated or influenced by outside forces.
Possible Criminal Charges and Federal Investigation
If the defense can prove jury tampering and misconduct by Becky Hill, it could lead to criminal charges against her. The defense has also requested a federal investigation into the violation of Alec Murdoch's civil rights. The outcome of this case could result in a new trial for Murdoch and potentially prompt an examination of other cases that Becky Hill was involved in as a clerk of court.
Questions Pandering to the Clerk's Motives and Actions
The defense has raised questions about Becky Hill's motives and actions. While she denies the allegations and claims that they are untrue, her book and the alleged influence she exerted on the jury call her impartiality into question. The defense suggests that it may not be the book, but rather personal bias against Murdoch that motivated Hill's actions. This case underscores the need for a fair and unbiased judicial process.
The Ukraine conflict impacts global food supply
The conflict in Ukraine not only focuses on the battlefield, but also has implications for the global food supply. Russia has blockaded Black Sea ports used by Ukraine to export grain, impacting the world's food supply chain.
Russia and North Korea strengthen ties
Russia and North Korea are building a closer relationship, with Russia seeking to resupply its weapons inventory and North Korea in need of hard currency. This partnership, along with the involvement of China, poses potential concerns for global security.
Hunter Biden facing indictment and ongoing scrutiny
Hunter Biden is facing an indictment related to a gun case, while ongoing investigations into his financial activities raise questions about potential money laundering. The lack of media curiosity and the slow progress of the investigations are garnering attention.
Megyn Kelly begins the show by announcing her interview with former President Donald Trump coming up next Thursday on September 14. Then Ric Grenell, former acting DNI Director, joins to discuss the state of the media, President Biden tanking in the polls, the potential "elites" coming together at the Democratic convention to appoint Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as the nominee, VP Kamala Harris’ continued struggles, former VP Pence speaking out against Trump and populism, Grenell's believe that DeSantis' campaign is "homophobic" after their LGBT ad, the gay community and the GOP, DeSantis’ policies in Florida, and more. Then defense lawyers Jonna Spilbor and David Wohl join to talk about the potential jury tampering in the Alex Murdaugh trial by a clerk, how that could actually lead to an entirely new trial and potential criminal charges, the relevance of the clerk's motivations, Trump potentially taking the stand in the classified documents trial, Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio sentenced to 22 years in prison over January 6, whether Tarrio's sentencing was politically motivated, the hypocrisy in criminal consequences for January 6 rioters and BLM-Antifa rioters, and more. Then Mike Baker, host of "The President's Daily Brief," joins to discuss how the Russia-Ukraine conflict could actually end, the danger to America as Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un are getting closer, new details about how caught off-guard the Biden administration was by the botched Afghanistan withdrawal, Hunter Biden facing a gun charge now, Biden walking out and White House spin, and more.