
Robert Mintz
Former federal prosecutor and partner at McCarter & English; provides analysis of Fourth Amendment issues and the emergency-aid exception to warrant requirements.
Top 10 podcasts with Robert Mintz
Ranked by the Snipd community

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May 14, 2025 • 36min
Threats to Habeas Corpus & Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial
 Join constitutional law expert Jonathan Adler, a professor at Case Western Reserve University, as he discusses the Trump administration's controversial remarks about suspending habeas corpus. Explore the historical significance and complexities of this constitutional right. Meanwhile, former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz offers insights into the high-profile trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, focusing on serious allegations such as racketeering and sex trafficking. Discover the courtroom dynamics influenced by family presence and the challenges faced by both prosecution and defense. 

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May 4, 2024 • 38min
Weekend Law: Campus Protests, Trump Trial & Richest Prisoner
 Legal experts discuss campus protests, Trump trial, and sentencing of a billionaire. Topics include free speech on campus, challenges in protests, defense strategies in hush money trial, sentencing in crypto industry, and Elon Musk's legal battle with SEC over social media posts. 

Oct 25, 2025 • 37min
Weekend Law: Trump, Pardons, Warrants & Guns
 Andrew Willinger, a Second Amendment expert, discusses critical federal gun-possession laws and the evolving landscape of state restrictions after recent court rulings. Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor, highlights the complexities of the emergency-aid exception to warrant requirements, shedding light on ongoing Supreme Court deliberations. Tom Schoenberg reveals the surprising impact of presidential pardons on banking access, detailing how criminal histories complicate financial relationships. 

Oct 21, 2025 • 38min
Trump Can Deploy Troops to Portland But Not to Chicago
 Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert, shares insights on the complex legal battles surrounding federal troop deployments in Portland and Chicago. He discusses conflicting court decisions and the implications for immigration enforcement. Meanwhile, Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor, delves into the Supreme Court's examination of warrantless police entries for emergency aid, debating the standards of probable cause and objective reasonableness. The discussion highlights pressing civil rights concerns and the potential impact on law enforcement practices. 

Sep 27, 2025 • 40min
Weekend Law: Comey Indicted, Wind Farms & Hate Speech
 Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor, analyzes the unprecedented indictment of James Comey, discussing its rarity and political implications. Pat Parenteau, an environmental law expert, shares insights on a federal judge's ruling permitting a Rhode Island wind farm to proceed, despite prior government halts, and highlights broader attacks on renewable energy. Timothy Zick, a First Amendment scholar, delves into the complexities of free speech, explaining why hate speech is generally protected under U.S. law and the challenges surrounding its definition. 

Sep 9, 2025 • 38min
DC Grand Jurors Reject Charges & Chief Justice Okays FTC Firing
 Join constitutional law expert Harold Krent, former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz, and Bloomberg legal reporter Erik Larson as they unpack significant legal developments. They delve into Chief Justice Roberts' ruling enabling Trump to fire a key FTC member. Mintz shares insights on the challenges surrounding grand jury indictments in D.C., while Larson discusses the appeals court's decision to uphold an $83 million defamation verdict against Trump. It's a captivating exploration of law, power, and current controversies! 

Apr 3, 2025 • 35min
NYC Mayor Off the Hook & Musk Loses
 Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor and partner at McCarter & English, discusses the dismissal of the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, revealing the judge's criticism of the Justice Department. Richard Briffault, a Columbia Law School professor, analyzes the record-breaking spending in the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election and its implications for key issues like abortion rights. Mary Ziegler from UC Davis Law School dives into the Supreme Court's debate on defunding Planned Parenthood, highlighting its potential impact on reproductive health access. 

Feb 20, 2025 • 40min
Greatest SCOTUS Fear & NYC Mayor Turmoil
 Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor and partner at McCarter & English, examines the legal turmoil surrounding NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the Justice Department’s push to dismiss corruption charges. Greg Stohr, Bloomberg's Supreme Court reporter, discusses the challenges the Court may face if Donald Trump returns to power. Alex Ebert analyzes the implications of the Supreme Court's recent Brnovich ruling on voting rights, highlighting reduced federal complaints and the evolving landscape of voting law as it affects minority voters. 

Feb 18, 2025 • 37min
DOJ Crisis As Prosecutors Quit & Trump Court Losses
 Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor and partner at McCarter & English, shares insights on the resignations within the DOJ over the corruption case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Constitutional law expert David Super from Georgetown Law discusses how the judiciary restrains presidential power, particularly in relation to Trump's agenda. Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert at Holland & Knight, analyzes the controversial New York City law allowing non-citizens to vote, exploring its constitutional challenges and implications for political representation. 

Feb 12, 2025 • 36min
NYC Mayor Off the Hook & Noncitizen Voting
 Robert Mintz, a former federal prosecutor now at McCarter & English, reveals insights into the controversial dismissal of the case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, discussing political motivations behind the decision. Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert at Holland & Knight, dives into the legality of noncitizen voting in New York City, examining its constitutional challenges and implications for local elections. Together, they explore how these legal issues shape the political landscape as the city moves forward. 


