Joining the discussion on Senator Menendez's corruption trial, Dan Richman and Eric Columbus analyze the challenges of prosecuting a sitting member of Congress, exploring legal definitions of bribery, Speech or Debate Clause restrictions, and defense strategies. The podcast delves into the complexities of proving quid pro quo in legislative matters, communication with the jury, and the implications of intercepted communications in the trial.

Eric Columbus, a lawyer representing the Jan. 6th committee, discusses the alarming repercussions of Steve Bannon's jail sentence for defying subpoenas. The podcast delves into the dangers of Bannon's influence on the MAGA movement, including calls to jail Democrats without cause. The guest highlights the perils of a potential second Trump presidency and the urgent need to address the escalating political climate.

Guest Eric Columbus, a lawyer for the Jan. 6th committee, discusses the alarming backlash from MAGA over Bannon's jail order. They explore implications of Bannon's defiance, his extreme calls on Trump to jail Democrats, and the dangerous rise of pro-Trump sentiments fuelled by his sentencing.