Strict Scrutiny It's Officially Bad Decision Season
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Jun 2, 2025 Join Ambassador Norm Eisen, a key figure in litigation against the Trump administration, and Emily Amick, author of 'Emily in Your Phone,' as they tackle pressing issues surrounding reproductive rights and the current legal battles. They dive into the recent surge of lawsuits against Trump and dissect the implications of these legal challenges. The conversation also touches on the disturbing sexual harassment claims in Texas and how these shape the broader narrative of accountability in politics and law. Insightful, provocative, and utterly engaging!
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Judd Stone's Asteroid Rape Fantasy
- Judd Stone allegedly shared a violent asteroid rape fantasy publicly at work, causing distress among colleagues.
- He admitted this behavior but claimed it was permissible because it happened at a private law firm.
Disturbing Judicial Obsessions Revealed
- Some federal judges show unsettling obsessions revealed during oral arguments.
- Justice Alito expressed unusual fixation on Pornhub; Justice Gorsuch conflated leather jackets with sex work.
Kavanaugh Minimizes NEPA's Role
- Justice Kavanaugh downplays NEPA's significance, calling it a mere "procedural cross-check."
- He criticizes courts for what he calls "overly intrusive and unpredictable review" in environmental cases.
