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Jul 13, 2024 • 18min

More Thoughts on Trump v. United States

Legal expert Walter Olson discusses the presidential immunity established by SCOTUS in Trump v. United States, highlighting the invented nature of these protections. The podcast explores the challenges in proving unofficial actions of the president, the difficulties faced by Congress in overseeing the executive branch, and the ongoing debate surrounding presidential immunity and executive power.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 11min

The NetChoice Cases Deliver Win for Freedom of Speech

Policy analyst Jennifer Huddleston discusses the Supreme Court's rulings on state laws regulating social media companies. Topics include scrutiny of Texas and Florida laws, common carrier responsibilities for platforms, the impact on online speech, and the need for states to be cautious with such laws.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 21min

'Jawboning' and Murthy v. Missouri

Legal experts Walter Olson and Brent Skorup discuss the Supreme Court case Murthy v. Missouri, highlighting the concept of 'jawboning' and the importance of meeting specific legal criteria for standing. They explore government pressure on speech platforms, implications of the court ruling on standing, and strategies for ensuring government transparency.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 23min

Adjudicating Federal Agency Claims after Jarkesy

Will Yeatman and Jennifer Schulp discuss the Supreme Court's Jarkesy decision shifting federal agency claims to traditional courts. They explore the impact on administrative adjudication practices, civil penalties, and due process in agency proceedings. The podcast also touches on recent Supreme Court rulings affecting administrative law.
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Jul 5, 2024 • 14min

Initial Thoughts on Trump v. United States

Legal expert Clark Neily from Cato Institute discusses the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, exploring concerns about potential abuse of power under the guise of national security, tensions in testimonies of presidential advice, and the diverse reactions to a recent Supreme Court opinion on Trump's immunity.
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Jul 4, 2024 • 14min

America's Birth Certificate in Context

Roger Pilon discusses the philosophical underpinning of America's Birth Certificate, exploring natural law, self-evident truths, and unalienable rights in the Declaration of Independence, emphasizing limits on government power and the importance of checks and balances in American politics.
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Jul 3, 2024 • 11min

Examining the Evidence on Immigrant Crime

Expert in immigration policy and crime rates, Alex Nowrasteh discusses data from Texas on immigrant crime rates. Lower criminal conviction rates for immigrants compared to native-born Americans. Analysis of trends in immigrant crime rates over time and challenges common narrative of immigrant criminality in the media.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 15min

Supreme Court Ends Chevron Deference

Legal expert Tommy Berry discusses the Supreme Court's decision to end Chevron deference, impacting federal agency interpretations of statutes. The podcast explores the implications, the Administrative Procedures Act, concerns about power concentration, and the need for closer collaboration between agencies and Congress.
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Jul 1, 2024 • 8min

A Tiny Silver Lining for Liberty in the NDAA

National security and civil liberties expert Patrick Eddington discusses the potential removal of an unAmerican provision in the NDAA. The podcast addresses concerns on indefinite detention of US citizens in the act and efforts to amend or repeal controversial provisions, including a proposed amendment by Matt Rosendale. The bipartisan efforts to reform legislation impacting constitutional rights are also explored, emphasizing the necessity of actively reassessing laws for the benefit of constitutional liberties.
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Jun 29, 2024 • 14min

Streetcars Won't Solve Any of Your City's Problems

Urban transportation expert Marc Joffe discusses the limited benefits and high costs of streetcars, highlighting how they prioritize politics over practicality. He explores the financial implications of streetcars in cities like St. Louis and San Francisco, comparing them to buses and cable cars. Joffe also talks about the potential benefits of privatizing streetcars for efficiency and profitability.

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