Zolan Kanno-Youngs, White House correspondent, Charlie Savage, national security writer, and Elisabeth Bumiller, writer-at-large, unpack President Trump's alarming claims about Ukraine and his authoritarian tendencies. They explore the power shift within the Republican Party, highlighting the ousting of traditional figures. The trio discusses the consequences of Trump's attempts to centralize power over federal agencies and manipulate political narratives, revealing how these actions could reshape American governance and cultural institutions.

Maggie Haberman, a seasoned White House correspondent, joins Jonathan Swan, known for his sharp political insights, and Charlie Savage, an expert in national security law. They delve into Trump's ambitious power grab during his second term, exploring aggressive immigration policies and his reshaping of the Republican Party. The discussion highlights Congress's passive response and the implications of Trump's loyalist appointments on U.S. democracy, raising concerns about the erosion of checks and balances in the government.

Charlie Savage, a renowned constitutional scholar and New York Times writer, breaks down the complexities of executive power and its legal challenges. He discusses the tug-of-war between presidential authority and congressional oversight, especially in immigration policy and recent legal battles. TV critic David Bianculli dives into the cultural impact of 'Star Trek: Section 31' and 'Planet Earth: Asia,' connecting their narratives to modern storytelling and nature documentaries. Together, they explore how these themes resonate in today’s political landscape.

Charlie Savage, a political correspondent for The New York Times specializing in national security and legal policy, joins the discussion about the potential landscape of a second Trump presidency. They explore Trump's radical plans for consolidating power and reshaping governance. Insights shed light on aggressive immigration policies and the risks posed to independent agencies. The conversation also touches on the influence of a Trump-aligned Supreme Court and the implications for media regulation and journalistic freedom in a politically charged environment.

Charlie Savage, a National Security and legal policy correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the implications of Julian Assange's conviction for publishing classified material. He discusses how this landmark case reshapes press freedoms and raises questions about government accountability. The conversation highlights the risks faced by whistleblowers, the intricate balance between national security and First Amendment rights, and the potential chilling effect on journalists attempting to challenge authority.

Charlie Savage, a Washington correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the unprecedented legal strategy behind Donald Trump's indictment over the 2020 election. He explains how special counsel Jack Smith is employing unique legal approaches, layering multiple charges while avoiding free speech complications. The conversation also touches on the complex interplay of political speech rights and how Trump's team might defend against the charges. Ultimately, Savage highlights the challenges of navigating a politically charged legal landscape.

Charlie Savage, Washington correspondent for The New York Times and legal affairs expert, dives deep into the ongoing debate over the strength of the case against Donald Trump. He dissects the complexities of campaign finance law and the challenges prosecutors face with proving intent in falsified business records. They also explore how tax fraud intricacies complicate the legal landscape. Savage highlights the potential ramifications of these charges, while also touching on contemporary legal issues like gun control and the water supply crisis.

Recently, Charlie Savage of the New York Times reported that the Biden administration had finalized a new policy governing drone strikes used in counterterrorism operations outside war zones. The policy tightens up rules established under the Trump administration—which themselves replaced an earlier guidance set out by President Obama. President Biden’s policy is the latest effort to calibrate America’s use of force in a 21st-century conflict outside the traditional battlefield.To talk through Charlie’s reporting, Lawfare senior editor Quinta Jurecic sat down with him and Lawfare cofounder Bobby Chesney, who has closely observed this area of U.S. law and policy. They discussed how U.S. counterterrorism operations have changed in recent years, how Biden’s approach compares to the Obama and Trump policies before it, and the significance of these changes for U.S. counterterrorism going forward. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As U.S. counterterrorism efforts have waned in Yemen, Libya, and parts of Pakistan, Somalia has emerged as the most active element in the “forever wars” that the U.S. has waged since 9/11, according to Eric Schmitt of the New York Times. Schmitt traveled to Somalia in February for a rare embed with U.S. Special Operations forces on the ground in the midst of a recent offensive launched by the Somali government against a formidable enemy, Al Shabab.Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien sat down with Eric and his Times colleague Charlie Savage to discuss the conflict in the Horn of Africa and the extent of U.S. military involvement there. They discussed the roots of the Shabab insurgency, whether or not the current moment marks an inflection point in the fight, the legal grounds on which the U.S. government justifies its campaign, and why the American public and government alike should pay more attention to Somalia.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Preet speaks with Charlie Savage, the New York Times’ Washington correspondent, about the recent letter from multiple news organizations calling for charges to be dropped against Wikileaks founder Julian Assange.Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please let us know what you think! Email us at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.References & Supplemental Materials: Charlie Savage, “Major News Outlets Urge U.S. to Drop Its Charges Against Assange,” NYT, 11/28/22 “An Open Letter from Editors and Publishers: Publishing is Not a Crime,” NYT, 11/28/22 “The charges against Julian Assange, explained,” PBS, 4/11/19 “DOJ Formally Adopts New Policy Restricting Use of Compulsory Process to Obtain Reporter Information,” DOJ, 7/19/21 Initial Indictment of Julian Assange, DOJ, 3/6/18 Superseding Indictment of Julian Assange, DOJ, 5/23/19 Second Superseding Indictment of Julian Assange, DOJ, 6/24/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices