Stephen Vladek

Constitutional scholars Ilya Shapiro, Stephen Vladeck, and Adam White delve into the controversial expansion of executive power during the Trump administration. They draw historical comparisons, highlighting concerns over the diminishing role of Congress and the rise of an imperial presidency. The discussion critiques judicial responses to executive actions and examines the current legitimacy crisis facing the judiciary. With reflections on the intricate relationship between the presidency and the courts, the scholars emphasize the need for institutional trust and political self-restraint.

Stephen Vladek, a law professor at Georgetown University and an expert on Trump's legal maneuvers, joins the conversation to examine the new travel ban affecting travelers from 12 countries. He explores how this version has evolved from previous iterations that faced legal setbacks and discusses its potential legal challenges. Vladek highlights the implications for national security and the affected groups while offering insights on why this ban may hold up differently in court compared to its predecessors.

Alice Miranda Ollstein, a health reporter at Politico, Stephen Vladeck, a Georgetown Law Professor and Supreme Court expert, and Sandhya Raman from CQ Roll Call tackle major cuts at the Department of Health and Human Services. They discuss the unsettling implications for agencies like the FDA and CDC, and how these changes could affect public health enforcement. The conversation also dives into the evolving landscape of abortion laws and the impact of misinformation on vaccinations, highlighting the challenges faced by healthcare providers.