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Strict Scrutiny

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Mar 11, 2024 • 56min

The TLDR of Trump's Indictments

Authors discuss their New York Times bestseller book on Trump's indictments, analyzing charges and key figures. Legal strategies and upcoming deadlines for the cases are explored. The podcast delves into the historical context of political persecutions in Ukraine and the impact of disinformation on democracy.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 49min

SCOTUS Restores Trump to the Colorado Ballot, Unanimously (Kind Of)

Supreme Court allows Trump on ballot, dissecting the ruling and its implications. Discussion on congressional authority and 14th Amendment. Critique of the Court's handling of disqualification cases and legal interpretations. Analysis of political ramifications and justices' viewpoints. Exploring democracy and legal uncertainties in the electoral process.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 26min

Content Moderation, Machine Guns, and Trump's Trial Calendar

Analysis of Supreme Court delaying Trump's trial, debate on banning bump stocks, and discussion on social media censorship as First Amendment violation. Evelyn douek joins to recap arguments. Podcast covers a range of legal and constitutional issues, including state laws regulating social media, machine gun laws, IVF regulations, and challenges to reproductive and immigration laws in Texas.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 1h 29min

The Alabama Supreme Court Embraces Fetal Personhood

The podcast delves into the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos as 'extrauterine children' and the implications for IVF. It also covers oral arguments at the US Supreme Court, a case on EPA regulations, and Court Culture with Sherrilyn Ifill launching a new center on the Fourteenth Amendment. Discussions include fetal personhood, a federal abortion ban, attacks on a Muslim judicial nominee, and tragic consequences of school bullying.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 17min

The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly From State Courts

Trump's legal battles, Supreme Court case previews, environmental regulations, challenges against social media laws, reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights cases, and mobilizing for change are discussed in this podcast.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 3min

SCOTUS Has Their Own Theories About Trump’s Eligibility

The podcast analyzes the Supreme Court arguments in the case about whether the Fourteenth Amendment disqualifies Trump. It delves into the authority of states to disqualify federal officials and the implications for choosing the president. The arguments presented in the Supreme Court case are examined, along with remarks made by Trump and Justice Alito. Sponsored ads and discussions on other podcasts are also included.
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Feb 7, 2024 • 32min

Why Did Trump Get Denied Immunity?

The podcast discusses the DC Circuit's rejection of Trump's immunity arguments in the D.C. election interference case, highlighting the importance of criminal accountability and protecting the democratic process. It also explores the misconception of presidential immunity and the potential implications of the court's decision. The hosts compare this situation to a previous case involving personal documents from a sitting president, and discuss the Supreme Court's need to address the abuse of office for personal grudges.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 53min

Does the Constitution Disqualify Trump from Presidency?

Rick Hasen joins the hosts to discuss whether the Constitution disqualifies Trump from the presidency. They explore the upcoming Supreme Court case, the vulnerability of voting rights, and potential implications for democracy. They analyze Trump's merits brief, propose a constitutional amendment, and discuss the path to protecting the right to vote.
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Feb 2, 2024 • 51min

E. Jean Carroll and Robbie Kaplan on Trump's "Defamation Rampage"

E. Jean Carroll and Robbie Kaplan discuss Carroll's defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump, the $83.3 million jury award, and the impact of Trump's defamatory statements. They reflect on the challenges and victories in the five-year legal battle, the emotional journey for Carroll, and their plans to use the money for good. They also emphasize the importance of speaking out against sexual assault and dealing with criticism and hatred.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 25min

Who Has Final Authority At The Border?

Cliff Sloan, author of The Court At War: FDR, His Justices, & The World They Made, joins Kate and Melissa to discuss the Supreme Court during WWII, the relationship between sitting justices and the government, and the complex political story of FDR's choice for running mate. They also explore Texas' lawsuit against the United States at the border, highlighting the legal arguments and implications for states' resistance to federal power.

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