Nancy Gertner, a retired federal judge and Harvard Law lecturer, teams up with Shawn Musgrave, senior counsel at The Intercept, to dissect the current legal tumult facing the Trump administration. They discuss how executive overreach is testing the limits of presidential power, with courts acting as a crucial check. The conversation delves into the implications of governmental actions that flout court rulings and Congress’s role—or lack thereof—in maintaining checks and balances, underscoring the urgent need for civic engagement to protect democracy.

Join TikTok star Alex Pearlman, with nearly 3 million followers, alongside reporter Jessica Washington and legal expert Shawn Musgrave, as they dive into the Supreme Court's pivotal decision on TikTok's future. Pearlman argues for clearer regulations on tech algorithms, pointing out the hypocrisy in government criticism of TikTok while overlooking similar actions by other platforms. The trio discusses the delicate balance between national security concerns and First Amendment rights, along with the implications for creators and the broader digital landscape.

Noah Hurowitz is a journalist focusing on the ramifications of the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act. Shawn Musgrave, senior counsel at The Intercept, tackles legal threats to press freedom. They discuss how this controversial bill can label nonprofits as terrorist supporters, chilling dissent and free speech. There's a focus on due process erosion, especially if Trump returns to power with loyalists in key roles. The potential implications for journalism and civil liberties are stark and concerning.