

Legal AF by MeidasTouch
MeidasTouch Network
Hosted by MeidasTouch founder and civil rights lawyer, Ben Meiselas, national trial lawyer strategist, Michael Popok, and former Chief Assistant District Attorney of the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, Karen Friedman Agnifilo, Legal AF (Legal Analysis Friends) is a hard-hitting, thought-provoking look at this week’s most compelling developments at the intersection of law and politics.Executive Produced by Meidas Media Network. Enjoy new full-length episodes every Wednesday and Sunday and occasional shorter breaking legal news hits throughout the week.
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Apr 27, 2025 • 1h 15min
Legal AF Full Episode - 4/26/2025
The hosts dissect Trump's failed immigration policies that are leading to voter backlash. They delve into the alarming missteps of the Trump DOJ, including a secret memo blunder. A shocking case of a U.S. citizen child being deported raises concerns about due process. They discuss a lawsuit by NY AG Leticia James targeting Trump’s school funding decisions. Plus, the changing tides with MAGA judges and Trump’s significant legal losses paint a picture of a tumultuous political landscape.

Apr 26, 2025 • 18min
Trump's Erratic Moves Come Back to Haunt Him
Trump has blood on his hands, as his weak and undermining erratic policy to undermine our allies in Ukraine has now led to a new bombing of Kyiv has killed more than 10 people. Trump’s response? Posting a morning 1/2 a paragraph social media posting to beg “Vladimir” Putin to STOP the bombing. Michael Popok explains how Trump’s “Dear Vladimir” posting proves Trump’s weakness and that he has been lying to the American people about his plan to force a plan on Ukraine to never seek NATO membership and give up all that it has lost to Russia.
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Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats
Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54
Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown
On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman
Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered
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Apr 25, 2025 • 21min
Shock Polls Leave Trump Begging for His Life
The Federal Reserve’s new report is predicting a worsening economy in just the first 90 days of Trump, driven by his erratic trade, tariff, and immigration policies, as the 12 US economic regions report cratering manufacturing, home sales, tourism, and banks tightening their lending criteria. Simultaneously, Trump’s new poll numbers paint a disastrous presidency where he lost 7 points of support and now the majority of Americans “disapprove” of his performance. Michael Popok dons his Wall Street hat to tie these two events together and explain why Trump weakly threatened, but then backed off from, firing the Federal Reserve Chairman in advance of the report's release.
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The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast
The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan
Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen
The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show
Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats
Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54
Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown
On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman
Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered
Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane
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Apr 25, 2025 • 17min
Trump DOJ Accidentally Confesses It Lied to Judge
The podcast dives into the chaos within the Trump administration's legal teams, spotlighting a shocking blunder where a confidential memo was leaked, revealing bad legal strategies. Tensions escalate as the Department of Transportation pushes back against the DOJ, alleging sabotage of Trump's New York case. Discussions highlight the turmoil in a prestigious U.S. Attorney's office, with staff turnover impacting morale and case management. The fallout raises crucial questions about accountability and trust within the legal system.

Apr 24, 2025 • 1h 16min
Legal AF Full Episode 4/23/2025
This discussion reveals Judge Xinis' harsh order against Trump, leading him closer to contempt. The Supreme Court's rulings challenge Trump's legal strategies, while New York AG Leticia James launches further investigations. As fair-minded prosecutors exit the DOJ, Trump's courtroom battles appear increasingly bleak. Insights into the complexities of deportation laws highlight ongoing legal tensions. The podcast also critiques Trump's presidency and its impact on governance, shedding light on the decline of democracy and the resilience of law firms against executive overreach.

Apr 24, 2025 • 17min
Trump Sets Major Trap for Himself in Supreme Court
The discussion dives into Donald Trump's audacious legal strategies and his tendency to undermine his own position through social media. It highlights the Supreme Court's skepticism towards his administration, particularly regarding due process. The complexities of immigration law are examined, critiquing misleading narratives and emphasizing the importance of due process. Legal advocacy's role in navigating political challenges and safeguarding democratic values is also explored, making for a compelling analysis of current legal landscapes.

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Apr 23, 2025 • 19min
Trump Mistake Lands Him Devastating New Lawsuit
Harvard, the nation’s oldest university, is not waiting around to see if Trump made another “ooops” and mistake in threatening to cut off another billion dollars in research grants, and has had enough, filing a new lawsuit today, and hiring 2 attorneys to stop the assault on academic freedom: Bill Burck who is currently the Trump Organization’s chief ethics counsel, who brought in Robert Hur of all things, who Trump appointed as a US Attorney and who was Biden’s Special Counsel about his handling of documents. Michael Popok explains why Harvard had no choice but to file, and what message they are sending to the Harvard Law Graduates on the US Supreme Court, including Chief Justice Roberts, in hiring Robert Hur.Remi: Save your smile and your bank account with Remi! Get up to 50% off your custom-fit mouth guard at https://ShopRemi.com/LEGALAF today!Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts:MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcastLegal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-afMissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trialThe PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcastThe Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassanMea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohenThe Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-showBurn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boatsMajority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdownOn Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellmanUncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncoveredCoalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Apr 23, 2025 • 15min
Trump Gets Blasted in Open Court for Willful Violation
A federal judge fiercely criticized the Trump administration for its disregard of court orders in a recent case. The judge condemned their tactics as bad faith, leading to potential contempt findings. Attention shifted to the alarming discovery violations by the administration, which misrepresented a Supreme Court ruling. Tension escalates as legal consequences loom for the defendants. The discussion also hints at upcoming victories and encourages listeners to stay tuned for further developments.

Apr 23, 2025 • 18min
Whoa! Trump Admin Exposed Falsifying SCOTUS Ruling
The podcast dives into shocking allegations against the Trump administration for misrepresenting a Supreme Court ruling in an immigration case. It scrutinizes discrepancies in legal responses and the judge's frustration over compliance failures. Listeners learn about the importance of accuracy in legal filings and the potential repercussions of negligence. Additionally, the discussion covers the upcoming judicial challenges and possible sanctions for the administration, intertwining law and politics in a captivating manner.

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Apr 22, 2025 • 15min
Trump Smacked Down by Judge Who Haunted Him in the Past
A federal judge delivers a scathing critique of the Trump administration's handling of deportations, likening their approach to historical injustices. The discussion dives into the implications of the Alien Enemies Act and the importance of due process for detainees, particularly from crisis-stricken countries. Trump’s ongoing legal battles are spotlighted, especially in relation to the E. Jean Carroll case, underscoring the necessity for fair legal standards and public awareness regarding these pressing issues.


