George Conway Explains It All (To Sarah Longwell)

The discussion delves into the controversial actions of the law firm Paul Weiss and their capitulation to Donald Trump, revealing ethical implications for the legal profession. It examines the firm’s history and shift from a noble origin to profit-driven motives. The conversation raises alarms about law firms compromising integrity under authoritarian pressure, questioning their commitment to diversity and ethics. Ultimately, it urges legal professionals to prioritize their moral responsibilities, reflecting on the broader impact on democracy.

Trump just tested the limits of executive power by deporting hundreds of Venezuelans, despite a federal court order against it. Are we headed toward a constitutional crisis? George Conway explains why Trump’s actions threaten constitutional protections, and what happens if presidents ignore judges.

George Conway and Sarah Longwell discuss the courts ordering federal agencies to reinstate probationary workers, Donald Trump’s executive order on birth right citizenship, the legality of Mahmoud Khalil’s arrest, and the judge blocking Trump’s executive order against Perkins Coie. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/ASKGEORGE ! #trueclassicpod Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ASKGEORGE at https://www.oneskin.co/  #oneskinpod 

George Conway explains to JVL, in for Sarah Longwell, SCOTUS rejecting Trump’s foreign aid freeze, the executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie, Trump’s plans to revoke Ukrainians’ legal status, and the not so subtle interactions with Supreme Court Justices at Trump’s address to congress. Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at hexclad.com/ASKGEORGE ! #hexcladpartner 

George Conway and Jonathan V. Last, in for Sarah Longwell, discuss Chief Justice Roberts’ late night decision to pause order to pay foreign aid, the constitutional legality of DOGE, Dan Bongino as FBI Deputy Director, and what the future holds for the conservative legal establishment. Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order @LaundrySauce with code ASKGEORGE at https://laundrysauce.com/ASKGEORGE  #laundrysaucepod

George Conway and Sarah Longwell talk Donald Trump’s quoting of Napoleon and calling himself a king, the resignations in SDNY over Mayor Eric Adams corruption case, Elon Musk’s control with DOGE, and Trump’s tanking approval ratings. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/ASKGEORGE ! #trueclassicpod

George Conway and Sarah Longwell talk what’s happening in the Southern District of NY Courts, with NY Prosecutor Danielle Sassoon resigning with an explosive letter in protest of orders to drop corruption charges against Mayor Eric Adams. Also, with Elon Musk and DOGE facing legal pushback, what can the courts do to protect targeted federal institutions. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ASKGEORGE at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod 

Sarah Longwell and George Conway take on Trump 2.0's grim vision of a government stripped of legal limits. Agencies dismantled, courts defied, and the Constitution in jeopardy. When no one enforces the law, will chaos prevail? Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at hexclad.com/ASKGEORGE! #hexcladpartner

Mass firings, illegal freezes, and unhinged governance—Conway & Longwell discuss why Trump’s administration is a complete disaster.

The discussion dives into the controversial executive order on birthright citizenship and its legal ramifications under the 14th Amendment. They dissect the implications of Trump's pardons post-January 6th, highlighting a troubling disregard for law enforcement. The conversation critiques the glorification of political violence and the casual approach to pardons, examining how these issues intersect with public safety. Additionally, they explore the complexities of legal interpretation in today's political climate, emphasizing the impact of governance decisions.