Gabrielle Bourbet is a sharp-eyed reporter who uncovered factual inaccuracies in Supreme Court rulings on gun control, while Allison Or Larson, a law professor at William and Mary, dissects the Court’s decision-making process. They discuss how historical laws challenge contemporary rulings and the critical role of amicus curiae briefs in shaping legal outcomes. The conversation highlights the evolution of legal arguments, the influence of advocacy groups like Moms Demand Action, and the necessity for precision in judicial interpretations, all while navigating the complex legacy of the Brandeis brief.