Ryan Reilly

In this conversation, Vittoria Elliott of WIRED shares her insights on how tech moguls like Elon Musk are reshaping federal agencies, revealing exclusive scoops on his controversial government maneuvers. Ryan J. Reilly discusses the Justice Department’s turbulent landscape post-January 6. Representative Don Beyer and Ezra Levin examine the Democrats' struggle for effective strategies in a hostile political climate, emphasizing the need for stronger communication and activism. Together, they dissect the intricate dance of power, ethics, and the future of governance.

Ryan Reilly, an NBC News reporter and author of 'Sedition Hunters,' dives into the aftermath of the January 6 Capitol attack. He discusses the chaos following Trump's return and the impact of swift pardons on ongoing investigations. Reilly highlights troubling cases of recidivism among participants and the serious threats still looming over officials. He also reflects on the emotional toll within the Justice Department, revealing how a 'weaponization' agenda is shaping future prosecutions and public memory of that fateful day.

Last month, the Government Accountability Office released its latest report on the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, focusing on the failures of several government agencies to fully process and share information about a potential attack in the days and weeks leading up to January 6, 2021.Lawfare Senior Editor and Brookings Senior Fellow Molly Reynolds sat down with NBC News Justice Reporter Ryan Reilly, who's reported broadly on law enforcement issues related to Jan. 6, and Lawfare Senior Editor Quinta Jurecic. They discussed what we know about how and why law enforcement struggled in the lead-up to the insurrection and the challenges for the road ahead.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Trump, the current U.S. president, discusses military strikes against drug cartels and ties fentanyl trafficking to China. He champions recent crime reductions linked to his task force's actions. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto addresses the government shutdown and speaks on bipartisan efforts for drug price reforms. Ryan Reilly sheds light on the stalled investigation into Senator Adam Schiff, highlighting political pressures and evidence gaps. Former military officer Pete Hegseth supports intelligence-driven strikes while discussing national security.

Former President Trump discusses his administration's key policies on crime and foreign relations, highlighting efforts to combat cartels and his stance on prosecuting political rivals. Monica Alba offers sharp insights as a White House correspondent on the administration's legal challenges. Ryan Reilly dives into the implications of DOJ actions and critiques of the justice system. The podcast also tackles the Supreme Court's potential changes to the Voting Rights Act, which could have significant impacts on future elections.

Ryan Reilly, NBC Justice Reporter, discusses his book 'Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System.' Peter Sallet from The Hometown Project explains using celebrities to elect local officials.

Ryan Reilly, Justice reporter at NBC News, and author of Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System, discusses the role of online sleuths in identifying Capitol riot suspects. He also explores the challenges faced by investigators and the frustrations with the FBI's bureaucratic issues. The podcast concludes by assessing the success of the sedition hunters and their future actions.

Ryan Reilly, justice reporter at NBC News and author of Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System, discusses the crucial role of online sleuths in identifying Capitol riot suspects. The podcast explores their methods, successes, challenges, and frustration with the FBI's slow progress. It also delves into the difficulties the FBI faces in accessing certain apps and videos created by insurrectionists and highlights the potential impact of online sedition hunters in the future political landscape.

Extremism researcher Alexander Ritzman discusses male-only movement infiltrating America and their thoughts on Jan. 6, while NBC News' Ryan Reilly explores civilian sleuths identifying culprits of Jan. 6.

Last month, the majority staff of the Senate Rules and Governmental Affairs Committee released a report entitled “Planned in Plain Sight: A Review of the Intelligence Failures in Advance of January 6th, 2021,” which explores one of the biggest remaining questions about that day: Why didn’t the government see this coming?Molly Reynolds, Senior Fellow at Brookings and Senior Editor of Lawfare, sat down with Quinta Jurecic, Senior Editor of Lawfare and Fellow at Brookings, and Ryan Reilly, Justice Reporter at NBC News, to discuss the report’s findings, how it fits in with other investigations about the insurrection, and where we go from here. You can also find Molly and Quinta’s article on the report on Lawfare.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.