Rachel Barkow

Rachel Barkow, a law professor at NYU and author of *Justice Abandoned*, dives deep into the controversial use of presidential pardon power under Trump and Biden. She critiques Biden's end-of-term pardons and Trump's pardons for January 6 defendants, highlighting issues of nepotism and favoritism. Barkow also raises alarms about Supreme Court precedents affecting justice and discusses her experience clerking for Justice Antonin Scalia, revealing surprising bipartisan commonalities in their dialogue.

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.

Rachel Barkow, a NYU criminal law professor and CAFE contributor, unpacks the Supreme Court's role in mass incarceration in this insightful discussion. She addresses how historical decisions have paved the way for current injustices in the criminal justice system. Barkow critiques pretrial detention laws that undermine the presumption of innocence and examines the impact of political pressures on judicial decisions. She also discusses the Trump administration’s controversial criminal justice policies, highlighting the need for reform and accountability.

Rachel Barkow, a professor at NYU and former member of the United States Sentencing Commission, dives into the evolving landscape of criminal justice reform. She highlights the groundbreaking reforms in Minnesota championed by Governor Tim Walz, noting their bipartisan support. Barkow discusses innovative strategies aimed at reducing recidivism and enhancing public safety through a data-driven approach. Her insights shed light on how these reforms could set the tone for future legislation across the nation.

Professor Rachel Barkow discusses upcoming Supreme Court cases, including challenges to the Chevron doctrine and the funding structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. They explore the implications and potential outcomes of these cases, as well as the broader significance for individuals and industries.