Professor Josh Blackman, a leading expert on Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment, joins the podcast to discuss the disqualification of Donald Trump from the presidential election. The hosts also explore cases on the Emergency Medical Treatment Act, obstruction of congressional inquiries, and exorbitant home permitting fees. They wrap up with trivia on presidents and the courts, including instances where presidents argued before the Supreme Court.

In this episode, professors Josh Blackman and Gerard Magliocca dive into the meaning and purpose of the 14th Amendment and the arguments for and against Trump's eligibility to run for a second term. They discuss the constitutional issues surrounding Section 3, the implications for Congress and states, the historical context of insurrection, the decision-making authority for Trump's eligibility, the options if he wins the nomination, and the comparison to Bush v. Gore. Finally, they present their final thoughts on the Supreme Court case.

Matthew Seligman, a legal scholar from Stanford Law School, and Josh Blackman, a law professor from South Texas College of Law Houston, engage in a riveting debate on the legitimacy of special counsel appointments. They delve into Judge Aileen Cannon's controversial ruling regarding Donald Trump's indictment, discussing the complexities of classifying counsels as principal or inferior officers. The conversation highlights key constitutional precedents and the implications for future investigations involving political figures, unraveling the intricate balance of power in legal appointments.