Andrew Weissman

Andrew Weissmann, a professor at NYU Law and former lead prosecutor for Bob Mueller, joins Patrick Gaspard, a distinguished fellow at the Center for American Progress and former U.S. ambassador to South Africa. They dive into Trump’s recent executive orders that target former officials, raising serious concerns about intimidation and government transparency. The duo also explores Trump's complicated obsession with South Africa and its impact on U.S. politics. Lastly, they discuss the ongoing challenges for the Democratic Party in addressing immigration reform amid grassroots pressures.

Join Andrew Weissmann, a professor at NYU Law and the lead prosecutor of the Mueller investigation, as he unpacks alarming trends in modern governance. He discusses Trump’s questionable military actions in LA and their potential assault on First Amendment rights. Weissmann critiques immigration enforcement's impact on communities and reflects on legal battles over due process. Along the way, he blends serious analysis with humor, touching on the cultural relevance of musicals amid political chaos.

Guests include LA Times Tech Columnist Brian Merchant, Andrew Weissman, and Chai Komanduri. They discuss House Speaker Mike Johnson's controversial stance on Jan. 6 rioters, opposition to justice for the Capitol rioters, pre-screening of jurors, the 19th Amendment, impact of TV technology on politics, and the relevance of resisting big tech.

Legal experts Manny Arora and Andrew Weissman join Ari Melber to discuss the release of secret RICO proffer tapes in the Georgia probe against Donald Trump. They explore the impact of this evidence on the wider case and speculate on the identity of the leaker. The podcast also delves into the legal arguments surrounding the alternate slate of electors in Georgia and the validity of memos. Additionally, it covers the Israel-Hamas war and introduces a series on a culture war in Texas over teaching gender identity.

In this discussion, former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann, who played a pivotal role in the Mueller investigation, dives deep into the January 6th hearings. He reveals the shocking 187 minutes during the Capitol riot when former President Trump failed to act. Weissmann discusses critical testimonies that expose a broader conspiracy to overturn the election and the legal ramifications for Trump. He also weighs the challenges facing Attorney General Merrick Garland in prosecuting a former president and the potential impact on national unity.