Sean 'Puffy' Combs, a high-profile music mogul, faces serious allegations as the alleged leader of 'Combs Enterprise' involved in illicit activities. He discusses the shocking charges of racketeering and the implications of the RICO Act in the music industry, particularly surrounding coercion and exploitation. The podcast also covers the intriguing case of a man threatening a presidential candidate, and delves into the complexities of defamation laws involving political figures and the fallout from controversial statements.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.serioustrouble.showJosh and Ken discuss developments in the Data Colada-Francesca Gino-Harvard case, Sarah Palin's defamation case against the New York Times (for free subscribers), and (for paying subscribers) the different philosophies the judges have about how the presidential election should affect the scheduling of the Trump criminal cases they preside over.Plus: Hunter Biden's Alford plea, the Tenet Media FARA case and whether it’s okay to be an unregistered foreign agent if you’re the agent of a Belgian, and a pre-indictment preview of the serious trouble that awaits New York Mayor Eric Adams and many of his aides.Visit serioustrouble.show to become a paying subscriber and to find a transcript of this episode.

You probably saw the moronic TikTok trend in which check fraud became trendy and was rebranded as a “glitch” that allowed you to get large amounts of money out of any Chase ATM, even if you had little cash in your account. It’s federally illegal, it’s illegal in every state, and “I saw it on TikTok” isn’t a defense. Still, that doesn’t necessarily mean every one of these cases will be interesting to prosecutors.Speaking of stupid criminals: Jacob Wohl and his sidekick Jack Burkman are back in the news; Russians are indicted over a scheme to pay right-wing influencers; Trump tries (again) to get his hush money prosecution removed to federal court, but is still unlikely to succeed.Visit serioustrouble.show to find a transcript of this episode and to sign up for our newsletter. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.serioustrouble.show/subscribe

Jack Smith, known for his high-profile federal prosecutions involving political figures, dives into the complexities of his cases against Donald Trump. He discusses a significant new indictment that alters charges related to presidential acts during the 2020 election. The conversation also tackles Arizona's anti-SLAPP laws surrounding fake electors and highlights Tom Girardi's recent conviction for client theft. Additionally, Smith breaks down the legal ramifications of censorship and potential challenges against a controversial judge's ruling.

George Santos's legal saga takes center stage as he pleads guilty and braces for prison time, igniting a fierce discussion about his bold marketing tactics amidst the allegations. The podcast dives into a contentious wrongful death lawsuit against Disney, highlighting the murky waters of arbitration clauses. It also unpacks chilling news about Matthew Perry's associates facing indictment linked to his tragic death. Lastly, a D.C. Council member's bribery case unveils alarming parallels to past political scandals, underscoring community distrust.

Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, tackles antitrust issues as he sues advertisers for boycotting Twitter. Alongside him, Donald Trump, the 45th President, discusses his potential legal actions against the FBI over the Mar-a-Lago raid. The conversation dives into the intersection of media ethics and political satire, questioning the lines of defamation. The chaos of the Young Thug trial is also unpacked, showcasing the ongoing turmoil in the judicial system. It's a wild ride through contemporary legal controversies!

The Supreme Court's recent ruling on presidential immunity creates a labyrinth of legal challenges for Trump, complicating cases across the country. Discussions also dive into Senator Bob Menendez's bribery conviction and the implications for his future. Intriguingly, the QAnon Shaman successfully battles for his headdress post-January 6th. Plus, controversial allegations of bribery linked to Egypt raise eyebrows, showcasing the blurred lines in foreign policy narratives. It's a wild ride through legal intricacies and political drama!

Hunter Biden, embroiled in defamation lawsuits, shares insights on his legal battles and Aileen Cannon's favorable rulings that he hopes to leverage. Aileen Cannon, a judge known for her influential decisions, is discussed alongside the implications of high-profile defamation claims. Former FBI employees Lisa Page and Peter Strzok dive into their unsettled issues with privacy violations. The episode also sheds light on Judge Arthur Engoron, facing scrutiny in the Trump case, underlining the complex intersection of law and media.

Topics discussed include: assassination attempt on President Trump, dismissal of case against Trump, bankruptcy case of Rudy Giuliani, removal of Judge Glanville from RICO trial, dismissal of Alec Baldwin's manslaughter case due to prosecutorial incompetence.

We’ve had some time to digest the Supreme Court decision on immunity, so this week Ken and I talked through the various criminal proceedings involving Donald Trump to discuss how they’ll be impacted. The short answer is: a lot.Also in this episode: Missouri has sued New York, saying the Manhattan DA’s prosecution and associated gag order have deprived Missouri voters of their First Amendment right to hear from political candidates. Alec Baldwin’s trial is starting in New Mexico; the Young Thug case continues to be stalled and it's even messier now; and in Louisiana, a federal judge will review rapper Baby Gangster’s lyrics, as BG tries to return to work while on supervised release.Sign up for our newsletter and find episode transcripts at serioustrouble.show This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.serioustrouble.show/subscribe