Conspirituality Bonus Sample: Swamp Creatures 6: Leonard Leo, Judicial Kingmaker
Jan 15, 2024
Leonard Leo, a preeminent power-broker in right-wing American politics, reshapes society with a libertarian Catholic agenda. He connects billionaire GOP mega-donors with SCOTUS judges, using Trump as part of a systematic takeover of the judicial system. The podcast explores Leo's influence and the current ethics and corruption scandal in the SCOTUS, including controversies surrounding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and the influence of the Federalist Society.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
The Painting and the Controversy
- A painting depicts Clarence Thomas with Harlan Crow, a GOP mega-donor.
- This artwork, displayed at Crow's private resort, sparked controversy over judicial ethics.
Leonard Leo's Influence
- Leonard Leo, despite not holding public office, wields significant power.
- He influenced Supreme Court nominations under Trump, impacting the court's ideological balance.
Trump's Promise and Evangelical Support
- Trump promised to choose Supreme Court nominees from a list provided by the Federalist Society.
- This promise helped solidify evangelical support for Trump, despite his controversial persona.