Leah Litman, a legal scholar at the University of Michigan and co-host of the Strict Scrutiny podcast, joins U.S. Representative Alyssa Slotkin to dive into the chaotic political landscape. They dissect Trump's outrageous Hurricane Helene conspiracy and Melania's unexpected abortion stance. The conversation highlights the importance of student voter engagement and how Democrats can strategize for November's elections, alongside a humorous take on media antics and political absurdities. Tune in for insightful analysis mixed with laughter!

Legal expert Leah Litman joins the podcast to discuss the right's obsession with Taylor Swift and Trump's legal problems. They also delve into the Texas vs federal government border standoff and the possibility of civil war over Supreme Court rulings. Biden-Harris deputy campaign managers Quentin Fulks and Rob Flaherty share their plans to mobilize voters, fight disinformation, and win the election.

Exploring the border situation, McConnell's resignation, GOP's failed impeachment, RFK Jr.'s ballot chances. Supreme Court favors Trump in immunity case. Biden's immigration efforts contrasted with Trump's stance. Exposing baseless accusations and right-wing media deception. Analysis of McConnell's exit and political impact. Legal perspectives on the Supreme Court's deliberation and upcoming election implications.

Supreme Court allows Trump on Colorado ballot, Super Tuesday's impact on House races, Texas immigration law blocked, first OTC birth control pill available, French abortion law change, and biodiversity footprints of global dishes.

Leah Litman, a legal expert, and Josh Mitchell, a student loan system analyst, discuss the Supreme Court's ruling on student loan forgiveness, the history and origins of the student loan system, and potential solutions for the ongoing student loan crisis.

Legal expert Leah Litman discusses the Supreme Court case challenging abortion medication access. Justices question standing of anti-abortion doctors. Other headlines include a tragic bridge collapse and a gag order against Trump.

Leah Litman, co-host of Crooked's Strict Scrutiny podcast, discusses the Supreme Court's newly announced ethics code and its lack of enforceability. They analyze the concerns surrounding the code and suggest the need for an independent counsel. Other topics include the Biden-Xi meeting and flash bang grenades used by Atlanta cops during protests.

Guest Leah Litman discusses Trump's claim of immunity from criminal charges, questioning democracy and the rule of law. Pro-Palestinian protests escalate on college campuses, Weinstein faces retrial, and Apple forecasts grim headset sales.

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The Biden Administration fights to keep abortion medication legal. Justice Clarence Thomas has a secret billionaire sugar daddy with a thing for Nazi memorabilia. Strict Scrutiny’s Leah Litman joins to break down the latest legal news. And Tennessee Democrats fight back after Republicans vote to expel two black state lawmakers. Then the guys take on the kookiest new culture wars with a round of One Line with Cocaine Bear. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast.