The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: The Trials of the Trump Administration, April 11
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Apr 14, 2025 Bob Bauer, a contributing editor at Lawfare and a distinguished legal scholar, joins a panel of experts to dissect the complex legal landscape surrounding litigation against Trump’s administration. They explore significant Supreme Court rulings impacting executive actions and immigration cases. The conversation highlights courtroom drama, the challenges law firms face, and the delicate balance between executive power and judicial authority. They also delve into recent developments concerning press freedoms and ethical dilemmas within the tumultuous legal environment.
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Supreme Court Ruling
- The Supreme Court's decision in Abrego Garcia is a partial victory against the Trump administration.
- It signifies the court's unwillingness to let the administration completely disregard legal processes.
Abrego Garcia Case
- The Abrego Garcia case involves a Salvadoran citizen wrongly deported despite a withholding of removal.
- The administration admitted the error, yet resisted his return.
Non-Compliance and Hearing
- Judge Zinis ordered the government to provide information on Abrego Garcia's location and steps taken for his return.
- The government failed to comply, leading to a contentious hearing.