Former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz and former prosecutor Joshua Kastenberg discuss the dismissal of cases against Trump and Alec Baldwin due to legal issues, including the impact on the justice system and potential appeals. They delve into the judge's decisions, special counsel appointments, and the implications for criminal cases. The episode explores the challenging balance of defendants' rights and public safety in high-profile cases.

Explore the legal implications of the Rust movie shooting incident, Supreme Court's decision on Trump's ballot inclusion, and SEC's $3 billion enforcement tool. Dive into discussions on gun safety protocols, dissenting views on presidential candidate eligibility, and SEC disgorgement criteria.

Legal experts discuss the verdict in a defamation lawsuit against Trump, the Supreme Court case over Starbucks firing union workers, and the involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin.

Labor law expert Kate Andrias discusses the Supreme Court case involving Starbucks firing union workers, while former prosecutor Joshua Kastenberg delves into the involuntary manslaughter charges against Alec Baldwin. They discuss the intense fight against unions by Starbucks, the challenges and opportunities for unions in the US, and the upcoming trial of Baldwin with potential outcomes.

Joshua Kastenberg, a professor at the University of New Mexico Law School, discusses appellate court arguments over the gag order imposed on Donald Trump in the federal election interference case. Immigration law expert Leon Fresco, a partner at Holland & Knight, discusses the latest effort by Texas to challenge the US government’s authority over immigration. June Grasso hosts.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.