Marc Elias, a prominent attorney known for his expertise in voting rights and campaign finance, dives into the critical legal battles that shape our democracy. He discusses Trump’s power grabs and the Supreme Court's role in curbing executive overreach. Elias also reflects on the implications of restrictive voting laws that disproportionately affect minorities and young voters. Listeners gain insight into what happens when a president ignores court rulings and the importance of resilience in upholding democratic values.

Marc Elias, a prominent election lawyer celebrated for his victories against Trump's 2020 lawsuits, shares insights as he now aids Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign. He discusses the looming challenges of the 2024 election, warning that Trump's tactics may be more organized and desperate due to his legal troubles. Elias highlights the dangers posed by election-denying officials gaining power in swing states, fearing that Trump's inevitable claim of winning will undermine democratic processes once again.

Marc Elias, a leading Democratic election lawyer and advocate for voting rights, discusses the ongoing threats to voter integrity. He emphasizes that the GOP is ramping up efforts to disenfranchise voters more than ever. Elias highlights tactical challenges, such as ballot curing and signature verification issues, particularly in key states like Georgia and Arizona. He warns about the potential impact of Trump’s influence on future elections and stresses the importance of vigilance and activism in protecting democracy.

Marc Elias, a voting rights attorney and founder of Democracy Docket, dives into the absurdities surrounding MAGA politicians' responses to environmental crises, like California's wildfires. He critiques Marjorie Taylor Greene's weather manipulation claims and Lara Trump’s disinformation on water management. Elias also discusses the implications of Trump's 2024 run for accountability, his courtroom outburst, and Melania Trump's upcoming documentary. The conversation highlights the urgency for a strong leftist opposition and re-evaluating media strategies amidst chaotic political narratives.

Marc Elias, one of the nation's leading election attorneys, shares his insights on the critical legal battles shaping this election. He discusses potential recounts and the tactics behind post-election litigation, especially against voter suppression efforts. Elias also addresses Donald Trump's pattern of frivolous lawsuits, the impact of misinformation on voting rights, and how natural disasters could affect electoral outcomes. Their conversation highlights the urgent need for strategies to safeguard democracy and ensure election integrity.

Marc Elias, an election lawyer known for successfully defending the 2020 election results, joins the discussion. Elias highlights the growing threat for 2024, expressing concerns about Trump's potential tactics and the rise of election-denying officials in swing states. He warns of a more competent and desperate Trump, predicting that he will falsely claim victory across all states regardless of the actual results. With voter suppression tactics on the rise and legal battles looming, Elias stresses the urgency of protecting electoral integrity.

Voting rights attorney Marc Elias shares crucial insights on Republican strategies to manipulate the 2024 election. Tim Walz, the newly nominated Vice Presidential candidate, delivers a stirring speech at the Democratic National Convention, energizing the crowd. Unexpectedly, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces his exit from the race, opting to endorse Trump, stirring political debate. Meanwhile, Trump appears disoriented in his public appearances, raising eyebrows about his campaign's direction. The dynamic political landscape is rich with tension and unexpected turns!

Justin Glawe, a journalist from Rolling Stone, dives into the troubling rise of pro-Trump election officials poised to undermine the 2024 election certification. Joining him is Marc Elias, a dedicated voting rights attorney, who highlights the dangers of extremist beliefs infiltrating local election boards. Together, they discuss the fragile state of election integrity, the need for transparency, and the urgency of public activism to protect democracy. Their conversation brings a mix of alarming realities and a glimmer of hope for the resilience of democratic institutions.

Rick Wilson from The Lincoln Project discusses Trump's reelection strategies, Caroline Kitchener talks about aftermath of post-Roe America, and Marc Elias explains GOP's efforts to stop vote counting. Topics include Trump's rallies, abortion laws impact, voter suppression, and legal troubles.

Dahlia Lithwick is joined by Marc Elias, who has litigated more election and voting cases than almost anyone, to talk about Alabama’s disregard for SCOTUS’ decision in the big Voting Rights Act case of last term, and why the lawlessness is the point. They also delve into the dangers of tying the disqualification of former President Donald J Trump from office under Section 3 of the Fourteenth Amendment to the outcomes in his criminal trials. And why, when it comes to defending democracy, depending on the courts may make sense in the short term, but faces serious problems in the long term.In this week’s Amicus Plus segment, Dahlia is joined by Slate’s Mark Joseph Stern to discuss Justice Samuel Alito’s chosen venue to publish a love letter to Senator Dick Durbin, Chief Justice John Roberts’ chosen venue to publish a love letter to Justice Brett Kavanaugh, and why a major religious freedom case is looking more and more like a fake spike.  Sign up for Slate Plus now to listen and support our show. Dahlia’s book Lady Justice: Women, the Law and the Battle to Save America, is also available as an audiobook, and Amicus listeners can get a 25 percent discount by entering the code “AMICUS” at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices