CAFE Insider

The podcast dives into the fallout from a federal judge's decision preserving D.C.'s police authority during Trump's presidency, highlighting the potential dangers of federal intervention in local law enforcement. It critically examines the Trump administration's legal strategies to withhold foreign aid and evade accountability. There's a nostalgic twist with reflections on a childhood mystery book series, connecting legal cleverness to literary themes. The hosts also blend humor with serious discussions on election integrity, drawing parallels to global political controversies.

In this bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet and former Harvard Law Dean Martha Minow explore whether judges should be more outspoken amid the rise of political attacks, death threats, and a breakdown in civic education. They also reflect on the impact of shrinking attention spans, social media outrage, and what we lose when the public stops understanding how justice works.Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

A controversial executive order by Trump stirs debate as he seeks federal control over D.C. police amid a declared crime emergency. The discussion dives into the implications of this move on democracy and executive power. Meanwhile, Texas lawmakers grapple with gerrymandering, as fleeing Democrats aim to block GOP redistricting efforts. The podcast also examines the dichotomy in U.S. policing philosophies and the challenges of juvenile justice in D.C., advocating for community-focused solutions over punitive measures.

In this bonus from Stay Tuned, former congressman Joe Kennedy III reflects on his time as President Biden’s Special Envoy to Northern Ireland. He shares what he learned from a post-conflict society still grappling with identity, division, and peace—and how those lessons might apply to the growing political polarization here in the U.S.Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

On the Insider docket:– When violations of immigration law are treated as civil versus criminal offenses under U.S. law; and– A new bill in Congress that would ban lawmakers from trading stocks.Shownotes & transcript can be found at CAFE.com.We hope you’re finding CAFE Insider informative. Email us at letters@cafe.com with your suggestions and questions for Preet and Joyce. Watch livestreams on YouTube or Substack.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE and Vox Media Podcast Network. Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Supervising Producer: Jake Kaplan; Associate Producer: Claudia Hernández; Audio Producer: Nat Weiner; Deputy Editor: Celine Rohr; CAFE Team: David Tatasciore, Matthew Billy, Noa Azulai, and Liana Greenway.

In this bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet is joined by former DOJ officials Mimi Rocah, Elie Honig, and Asha Rangappa to discuss the intense political backlash surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files. Democrats—and some Republicans—in Congress are pushing to release all documents related to DOJ’s Epstein cases. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

On this week’s Insider episode, Preet Bharara is joined by Lawfare editor-in-chief Ben Wittes, while Joyce is out. On the Insider docket:– Deputy AG Todd Blanche’s meeting with Epstein co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell;– The battle over unsealing grand jury testimony in the Epstein case;– The firing of Maurene Comey, an SDNY prosecutor and daughter of former FBI director Jim Comey;– Whether there’s any merit to Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s allegations that President Obama committed “treason” in the 2016 Russian election interference matter; and– The Department of Defense’s findings that the information shared erroneously by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth via Signal was indeed classified.Shownotes & transcript can be found at CAFE.com.We hope you’re finding CAFE Insider informative. Email us at letters@cafe.com with your suggestions and questions for Preet and Joyce. Watch livestreams on YouTube or Substack.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE and Vox Media Podcast Network. Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Supervising Producer: Jake Kaplan; Associate Producer: Claudia Hernández; Audio Producer: Nat Weiner; Deputy Editor: Celine Rohr; CAFE Team: David Tatasciore, Matthew Billy, Noa Azulai, and Liana Greenway.

In this bonus from Stay Tuned, Preet is joined by legendary media executive Barry Diller, who reflects on the current political moment, and whether AI can replace the artist’s process. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.Tweet your questions to @PreetBharara with hashtag #AskPreet, email us at letters@cafe.com, or call 833-997-7338 to leave a voicemail.Stay Tuned with Preet is brought to you by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

On the Insider docket:– President Donald Trump’s push to unseal grand jury testimony from the Jeffrey Epstein case following weeks of backlash from Trump’s supporters;– Trump’s defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a report on Epstein’s birthday letters, including one reportedly bearing Trump’s signature; and– The firing of SDNY prosecutor Maurene Comey, who handled the Epstein prosecution.We hope you’re finding CAFE Insider informative. Email us at letters@cafe.com with your suggestions and questions for Preet and Joyce. Subscribe to our YouTube channel.This podcast is brought to you by CAFE and Vox Media Podcast Network. Executive Producer: Tamara Sepper; Supervising Producer: Jake Kaplan; Associate Producer: Claudia Hernández; Senior Audio Producer: Matthew Billy; Deputy Editor: Celine Rohr; CAFE Team: David Tatasciore, Nat Weiner, Noa Azulai, and Liana Greenway.

In this engaging discussion, Nita Farahany, a Duke Law School professor and expert on tech ethics, unpacks the evolving landscape of AI in America. She emphasizes the urgent need for Congressional safeguards to tackle AI risks. The conversation dives into 'cognitive liberty' and what it means for privacy, particularly regarding AI's influence over our thoughts. They explore AI's implications in legal settings, healthcare improvements, and the creative industry, highlighting the struggle for regulation amidst rapid technological advancements.