Advisory Opinions

The podcast discusses Speaker McCarthy's call for an impeachment inquiry against President Biden, a Ninth Circuit free speech case win for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, updates on Trump cases, and New Mexico Gov v. the US Constitution.

Vanessa Otero, founder of the Media Bias Chart, joins the show. Topics include: Mark Meadows' case, Fifth Circuit's injunction against the Biden administration, Argentina's $16 billion payout, litigation financing, creation of the Media Bias Chart, revenue model and impact of news source rating companies, and the importance of reliable information.

David French and David Lat discuss a range of interesting topics, including partisan gerrymandering, courtroom cameras, Wisconsin's judicial elections, Alabama's redistricting wars, and Elon Musk's crusade against the ADL. Exciting news from Sarah Isgur and updates on Purdue Pharma are also covered.

Topics discussed include a heated chess lawsuit settlement, Mark Meadows' risky testimony, Amy Coney Barrett's views on public scrutiny, Trump's trial date confusion, hardball at the North Carolina Supreme Court, and the Sackler family's unpopular bankruptcy appeal via Purdue Pharma.

David Lat, co-guest host, discusses a First Amendment case, Jan. 6 fake electors case, non-delegation at the Sixth Circuit, drama with Big Law, and breaking news about Trump's court date on the 'Advisory Opinions' podcast.

The podcast discusses topics like transgender affirming healthcare, discriminatory practices in law firms, a legal case on abortion drug approval, the messy nature of standing doctrine, a Title VII discrimination case, and casual banter about the podcast and male role models.

Debate over whether Trump engaged in insurrection or rebellion. Hunter Biden plea deal update. Removal jurisdiction. Strongest and weakest arguments regarding enforcement of 14th Amendment. Definition of insurrection and its implications. Language of the Constitution and disqualification for holding office. DOJ involvement, whistleblowers' impact, and defense intimidation. Charging federal defendants in state vs federal court. Expressing disgust and frustration at lack of conviction by both Republicans and Democrats.

Bradley Rebeiro, an expert on Frederick Douglass and the Original Originalists, joins Sarah and David to explore Douglass's constitutional thinking, including his blend of textualism and originalism. They discuss the relationship between Douglass and John Brown, Douglass's argument on the slave insurrection clause, and the ongoing debate between compromise and absolutism in American history.

Analyzing Georgia's 98-page indictment and how it differs from others, Trump's defense strategy, potential self-pardon, and the implications of the RICO charges. Exploring the challenges of prosecuting multiple defendants and the differences between Georgia and federal RICO. Discussing Trump's legal strategy regarding election claims and analyzing Fannie Willis' approach to the Georgia election. Examining the structure and contents of the election fraud indictment, proving lying in court, and the powers of state governors.

The podcast discusses various legal topics including age restriction policies, the 14th Amendment, Hunter Biden's special counsel, Trump's speech limitations, and the complexities of obscenity doctrine.