Adam Serwer of The Atlantic on What Trump Would Do the The Courts in a Second Term

The Danger of a Second Trump Term

In the podcast episode, the potential consequences of a second Trump term are explored. It is highlighted that there will be a concerted effort to stack the federal judiciary with conservative judges who will support Trump's policies. The podcast suggests that the Federalist Society, along with other conservative organizations, will have lists of right-wing candidates for federal judgeships, and with a Republican majority in the Senate, it would be easier to confirm these judges. The concern is that this would further shift the judiciary in a conservative direction and potentially undermine constitutional values. Additionally, the episode discusses the potential for increased corruption in a second Trump term and how the judiciary might not crack down on it effectively. The episode delves into the use of troops in cities, highlighting how Trump employed them in Portland and Chicago, which raises concerns about the erosion of local control and the potential for authoritarian actions. The podcast also explores Trump's stance on immigration, including the possibility of ending birthright citizenship, and how his administration would push for policies rooted in maintaining a demographic majority of white Christians. Lastly, the episode touches upon how a second Trump term would impact the press, with the expectation that it would not be as deferential as in the first term.