Joyce Vance, former U.S. attorney, joins Yale historian Joanne Freeman and political scientist Ian Bremmer to dissect the shocking results of the 2024 election. They delve into the emotional aftermath of Trump's victory and its impact on party dynamics. The discussion highlights the risks of demagoguery, the shifting alliances within the political landscape, and the implications of Trump's leadership style. They also reflect on the need for civil discourse amid polarization and the potential challenges a Trump presidency could pose for democracy.

Frank Bruni, NY Times writer, discusses grievance in society and the importance of humility. Trial updates on Donald Trump's case. Analyzing victimhood in politics and its impact on public discourse.

Former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance, CNN's Elie Honig, and Mimi Rocah discuss Trump's historic guilty verdict, potential appeals, sentencing process, and analyzing prosecutors' performance. They reflect on respecting the jury's decision, evaluating jury bias, and tease future content.

Legal experts Chai Komanduri, Emily Bazelon, Neal Katyal, and Joyce Vance discuss the judge warning Trump of potential jail time for violating a gag order in his criminal trial. They explore Trump's confrontational stance, potential Supreme Court appeals, and the challenges to democracy posed by political manipulation and corruption.

Legal expert Joyce Vance and host Preet Bharara discuss Trump's fine for violating a gag order, testimony in his trial, Weinstein's conviction overturn, and Supreme Court arguments on Trump's immunity defense.

Mark Leibovich, Bill Kristol, and Joyce Vance join Ari Melber to discuss new warnings about Trump's threat to democracy. Topics include Trump's embrace of dictators, the dissolution of the Republican party, Liz Cheney's role in investigating the insurrection, and Republicans' inconsistencies on lies and resume padding.

Rick Wilson discusses how Matt Gaetz's actions impact GOP's prospects. Panel discussion at the Texas Tribune Fest focuses on abortion, gun violence, and challenges faced by women of color in defending democracy. Kamala Harris's biases and visibility as vice president are also discussed.

A Manhattan grand jury has indicted Donald Trump, making him the first former president in American history to face criminal charges. Preet reacts to the news with Joyce Vance, co-host of the CAFE Insider podcast and the former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama. Preet and Joyce also preview what to expect from Trump’s arraignment, and the full unsealed indictment. Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.References & Supplemental Materials: NY Penal Law §175.05 — Falsifying business records in the second degree NY Penal Law §175.10 — Falsifying business records in the first degree Manhattan DA’s office statement, 3/30/23 “Donald Trump indicted by Manhattan grand jury on more than 30 counts related to business fraud,” CNN, 3/31/23 “Who’s who in the Manhattan DA’s Donald Trump indictment,” Associated Press, 3/31/23 “DeSantis says Florida wouldn’t aid Trump’s extradition to New York,” NYT, 3/30/23 For analysis of recent legal news, try the CAFE Insider membership for just $1 for one month: cafe.com/insider. Check out other CAFE shows Now & Then and Up Against the Mob.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance and UCLA law professor Rick Hasen discuss legal dilemmas if Biden exits race, impacts on swing states, ballot access legal tactics, Democratic Party rules on delegate voting, campaign donation complexities, and controversial resignations.

Legal experts Joyce Vance, Rachel Barkow, and Elie Honig analyze the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump's immunity, discussing implications for criminal prosecutions and Trump's New York conviction. They also delve into other SCOTUS rulings related to January 6 prosecutions and the 'administrative state', with a bonus analysis on emergency abortions.