Anna Bower, a legal correspondent and fellow, alongside Roger Parloff, a senior editor, dive into the latest twists in Trump’s legal saga. They dissect Judge Chutkan’s recent rulings and appeal strategies, weaving in humorous concert anecdotes. The conversation spans the complexities of ongoing trials, including the challenges faced by Trump's attorney amid personal conflicts. They also tackle crucial discussions on election integrity through the case of Tina Peters, touching on the implications of legal maneuvers in high-stakes political contexts.

The podcast delves into Trump's legal trials and delays, including the Mar-a-Lago case, Fulton County DA disqualification, and New York trial postponement. They discuss legal complexities, challenges with discovery in Stormy Daniels case, and potential disqualification of a judge. Also, they explore hypothetical electoral laws, national security concerns, and counterintelligence implications.

The podcast discusses the Supreme Court's ruling on disqualifying Trump under the Fourteenth Amendment, leaving many questions unanswered. Experts analyze the implications, internal dynamics of the ruling, historical context, and challenges of enforcing Section Three. They also touch on protecting personal information online and the complexities of election law.

On July 12, the Justice Department appealed the sentences of seven Oath Keepers convicted for Jan. 6-related crimes. Five have been convicted of seditious conspiracy, and two others were convicted of conspiring to obstruct Congress. Lawfare Intern Gia Kokotakis sat down with Lawfare Senior Editor Roger Parloff, a former lawyer and expert on the Jan. 6 Oath Keepers prosecutions who directly observed the proceedings. They discussed who the defendants are, how their sentences were calculated, and the Justice Department's strategic motivations for filing the appeals.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawfare editors and legal experts discuss the Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. United States and its implications for ongoing cases against former President Trump. They analyze the challenges in applying the new standard, legal complexities in evidence presentation, and potential Supreme Court interventions. The podcast also explores the impact of presidential immunity, strategic considerations in Trump's trial, and the selection of staff for a president under prosecution.

This episode of “Trump's Trials and Tribulations, N.Y. Dispatch” was recorded on May 30 in front of a live audience on YouTube and Zoom.Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Benjamin Wittes talked to Lawfare Senior Editors Quinta Jurecic and Roger Parloff, Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien, and Courts Correspondent and Legal Fellow Anna Bower about Trump's conviction in his N.Y. criminal case. Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts for falsification of business records in the first degree. They discussed the the mood in the courtroom when the jury delivered the verdict, what this means for the 2024 election, big takeaways from the trial, and more.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of “Trump's Trials and Tribulations,” was recorded on May 23 in front of a live audience on  YouTube and Zoom.Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Benjamin Wittes talked to Lawfare Senior Editors Quinta Jurecic and Roger Parloff and Legal Fellow and Courts Correspondent Anna Bower about the Wednesday hearing in the Southern District of Florida and Judge Cannon's decision to unseal several court filings. They checked in on Fulton County to see how DA Fani Willis and Judge Scott McAfee fared in their elections on Tuesday before discussing what is left in the New York City Trump trial. And of course, they took audience questions from Lawfare Material Supporters on Zoom.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lawfare podcast editors discuss state-level prosecutions of fake electors, Judge Cannon's classified docs case, and NY hush money trial. They take audience questions and explore legal challenges faced by Trump, including potential indictments and political ramifications in different states.

Legal experts Benjamin Wittes, Tyler McBrien, Anna Bower, Quinta Jurecic, and Roger Parloff discuss Trump's ongoing legal battles, including hush money payments, trial strategies, Trump's money management quirks, and legal intrigues. They delve into complex legal issues, historical precedents, potential consequences, and the significance of reader funding for Lawfare projects.

Sidney Powell, the Kraken lawyer, pleads guilty in a plea deal in Fulton County Superior Court. The hosts discuss the implications of the plea deal for Ken Chesebro and his upcoming trial. They also talk about recent pleadings in Fulton County and their potential impact on federal cases, including the federal case against Trump. The podcast covers topics such as government restrictions on inflammatory speech, energy resilience, and presidential immunity. They delve into discussions about restrictions on photos and broadcasting from the court, the persistence of conspiracy theories, and the historical significance of certain documents. Additionally, the speakers compare Trump to historical and fictional leaders, explore a surprise plea agreement in the Fulton County prosecution, and discuss the implications of state plea agreements for federal cooperation.