Stay Tuned with Preet

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, Steve Bannon, and Hunter Biden are making headlines this week.In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce discuss the New York Times report that confirmed the authenticity of business emails that were obtained from Hunter Biden’s laptop in 2020. The revelations are reportedly related to the Department of Justice’s ongoing investigation into Hunter Biden’s tax affairs and international business dealings.In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – The Senate Judiciary Committee’s confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson; and– Steve Bannon’s court appearance in his contempt of Congress criminal case.Get tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet live show in NYC on March 31, featuring Preet in conversation with Ben Stiller and Garry Kasparov: cafe.com/eventsStay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet Live featuring Ben Stiller & Garry Kasparov“Hunter Biden Paid Tax Bill, but Broad Federal Investigation Continues,” NYT, 3/16/22“Public Statement on the Hunter Biden Emails,” letter from former intelligence officials, 10/19/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cori Bush, a Democratic congresswoman from Missouri and former Black Lives Matter activist, shares her inspiring journey from homelessness to political leadership. She discusses the eviction moratorium and her advocacy for defunding the police, shaped by her personal experiences and community commitment. Bush also reflects on the complexities of compromise in legislation, including her reasons for opposing the bipartisan infrastructure bill. Her insights into activism and the hurdles faced as a Black woman in politics offer a compelling perspective on fighting for justice.

Attorney General Merrick Garland and Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco are making headlines this week. So are the January 6th Committee and the DOJ's new "KleptoCapture Task Force."In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce discuss the conviction of the first January 6th rioter to stand trial and the indictment of the leader of the Proud Boys on multiple charges relating to January 6th. They also break down the “obstruction of an official proceeding” statute that prosecutors are charging in many January 6th cases.In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – The completion of Merrick Garland’s first year as Attorney General;– The lawsuit filed by the Republican National Committee against the January 6th Committee seeking to block a subpoena relating to RNC email campaigns; and– The launch of the Department of Justice’s “KleptoCapture Task Force” targeting Russian oligarchs who are supporting Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.Get tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet live show in NYC on March 31, featuring Preet in conversation with Ben Stiller and Garry Kasparov: cafe.com/eventsStay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Karl, ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent, delivers insights into the ongoing Ukraine crisis and its implications for U.S. politics. He shares his thoughts on Biden's approval surge linked to the conflict, the legal challenges facing former Trump associates, and the dynamics of the upcoming midterms. Karl also dives into the complexities surrounding Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation and reflects on the powerful stories of resilience amidst the humanitarian crisis.

Former President Donald Trump, the January 6th Committee, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and former Attorney General Bill Barr are making headlines this week.In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce break down new reporting that indicates that the Manhattan DA’s criminal investigation into Trump’s business dealings is unraveling with the recent resignations of the two lead prosecutors on the matter. Should the bar for bringing charges against a former president be higher?In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – A new court filing in which the January 6th Committee argues that Trump and his allies may have committed crimes by seeking to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election; and– Barr’s new book and reputation rehabilitation tour.Get tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet live show in NYC on March 31, featuring Preet in conversation with Ben Stiller and Garry Kasparov: cafe.com/eventsStay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: Tickets to Stay Tuned with Preet Live featuring Ben Stiller & Garry Kasparov“How the Manhattan D.A.’s Investigation Into Donald Trump Unraveled,” NYT, 3/5/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Susan Glasser, a New Yorker staff writer and CNN Global Affairs Analyst, shares insights on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its global ramifications. Ira Glasser, former ACLU executive director, discusses the complexities of free speech, including the controversial defense of hate groups. The conversation dives into the implications of public discourse and the vital role of the press amid geopolitical crises, as well as the challenges of protecting First Amendment rights in an era of increasing polarization.

Russia, Ukraine, Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg are making headlines this week.In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce discuss the resignations of the two lead prosecutors in DA Bragg’s investigation into former President Donald Trump’s business dealings. Why did they resign? What does this mean for the future of the investigation?In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – The Department of Justice’s role in combating potential cyberwarfare relating to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine; and– President Joe Biden’s nomination of D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to replace retiring Justice Stephen Breyer on the Supreme Court.Stay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership for one month for $1.00: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: “Bragg taps new attorney to head Trump investigation after two lead prosecutors quit,” WaPo, 2/24/22“2 Prosecutors Leading N.Y. Trump Inquiry Resign, Clouding Case’s Future,” NYT, 2/23/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a compelling discussion, Kimberly Marten, a political science professor at Barnard College specializing in Russian affairs, analyzes Vladimir Putin's motivations behind the Ukraine crisis. She explains the significance of sanctions and their role in deterring Russian aggression, exploring how they affect not just international relations but also the dynamics among Russian oligarchs. The conversation touches on the implications for NATO, U.S. foreign policy, and the resilience of the Ukrainian people amidst ongoing tensions.

Former President Donald Trump, the National Archives, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and special counsel John Durham are making headlines this week.In a letter to Congress, the National Archives confirmed that Trump took classified materials to Mar-a-Lago instead of giving them to the Archives, as required by the Presidential Records Act. In this sample from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet and Joyce discuss Trump’s mishandling of the classified documents, including the likelihood that the Department of Justice is investigating his conduct, and the probability that Trump or his staff will face charges.In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: – A court order for Trump and his children, Don Jr. and Ivanka, to sit for depositions as part of New York Attorney General Letitia James’s investigation into Trump’s business dealings; and– Two new court filings from special counsel John Durham’s investigation into the origins of the FBI’s Russia probe.Stay informed. For insight into the most important issues of our time, try the membership free for two weeks: www.cafe.com/insider. You’ll get access to full episodes of the podcast, and other exclusive benefits.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE Studios and Vox Media Podcast Network. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: 18 U.S. Code §793 - Gathering, transmitting or losing defense information18 U.S. Code §1924 - Unauthorized removal and retention of classified documents or materialLetter from National Archives to Rep. Carolyn Maloney, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform, 2/18/22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Lee Bollinger, the President of Columbia University and a distinguished legal scholar, explores the evolving landscape of higher education. He delves into the contentious issues of free speech on campuses and the true value of a college degree. They discuss the responsibilities of elite universities toward those without degrees and the importance of ideological diversity. Additionally, Bollinger reflects on the challenges posed by political pressures during his tenure as U.S. Attorney, alongside a light-hearted nod to pop culture.