Katherine Pompilio

Katherine Pompilio, a Lawfare Associate Editor and on-scene correspondent, shares her insights from the recent arraignment of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. She describes the courtroom's tense atmosphere and security measures in place as Maduro pleads not guilty, raising claims of head-of-state immunity. The conversation also delves into the Supreme Court's ruling on Trump-era National Guard deployments and Jack Smith's impactful testimony regarding oversight questioning in Congress. Pompilio's firsthand account adds an engaging layer to the unfolding legal drama.

Molly Reynolds, an expert on Congress, Kevin Frazier, an AI specialist, and Katherine Pompilio, a Lawfare associate editor, dive into pressing national security issues. They discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's veto on AI regulation and its implications for safety measures. The trio also critiques Congress's failure to respond to hurricane disaster relief, highlighting the political stalemate as a significant barrier. They balance serious topics with light-hearted chats about hurricane preparations and the quirks of electric vehicle owners in flood zones.

Lawfare's panel of legal experts discuss recent developments in Trump's legal trials, including trial scheduling, jury selection procedures, judge rulings, legal challenges, First Amendment issues, bar discipline proceedings, and the divide between law and equity. Audience questions provide additional insights into these complex legal matters.