All the Presidents' Lawyers

Topics discussed include Igor Fruman's guilty plea and the Fraud Guarantee case, John Pierce's mysterious disappearance and his representation of Capitol riot defendants, the ability to pay Rudy Giuliani for Cameo videos, and the cooperation of telecomm/social media companies with Congress. Other chapters explore sentencing guidelines in white-collar cases, the risks faced by lawyers in speaking with investigators, the preservation of information by telephone and social media companies, and a discussion on conflict of interest and support for KCRW.

This episode discusses the testimony of Matthew Calamari Jr. before a grand jury investigating the Trump Organization's financial practices, the potential conflict of interests with his father and their shared attorney, and the implications for the ongoing investigation. It also covers Donald Trump Jr.'s defamation case, the requests for communication records related to the January 6 insurrection, and the guilty plea of the 'QAnon Shaman'. The chapter descriptions explore various legal aspects, including charges, leaking of grand jury information, defamation laws, subpoena power, and sentencing factors.

John Pierce, the attorney facing federal charges connected to the Jan. 6 insurrection, goes missing and his associate, an unlicensed attorney facing felony indictments, represents the clients. The January 6 select committee makes requests for information, threatening companies not to comply. Also, the podcast discusses sanctions for Sidney Powell and Lin Wood by a federal judge and potential consequences for Jacob Wohl in a civil suit.

Michael Avenatti faces a mistrial and will be retried in October. Ken explores the spousal privilege in Matt Gaetz's case. Igor Fruman expected to change his plea, leaving Rudy Giuliani concerned. Charges against Owen Shroyer and sentencing for Proud Boy leader Enrique Tarrio are discussed. A 'criminal complaint' about Jeffrey Clark is followed up.

Former AG Jeffrey Rosen testified about pressure from Jeffrey Clark to remove him and throw out election results. Could Clark face legal and political consequences? Dominion's lawsuits against Lindell proceed. Avenatti seeks mistrial motions. Exploring the manipulation of DOJ and alleged voter fraud in Georgia. Analyzing Dominion's case strategies and potential damages. Examining Evanatti's defense phase and jury instructions.

Guest Ryan J. Reilly, senior justice reporter at HuffPost, discusses the challenges of handling hundreds of cases related to the Capitol riot. He explains the impact on the Department of Justice and the FBI, as well as the involvement of 'sedition hunters' in identifying suspects. The podcast also explores false identifications in online investigations, the role of facial recognition software, and the use of cell phone data to track individuals involved in the riot.

Discussions revolve around the Biden administration's decision to release Trump's tax returns and the potential legal battle. The podcast also covers Chief Judge Howell's concerns about leniency in Jan. 6 cases, the reasons behind Congressman Thompson's withdrawal from a civil lawsuit, and the possibility of criminally charging Trump based on officer testimonies. Avenatti's wire fraud trial and his defense strategy focused on the amount owed are also discussed.

Guest Michael Avenatti, accused of stealing funds from his client, represents himself in federal court. The DOJ refuses to defend Congressman Mo Brooks in a civil lawsuit over the insurrection. One person arrested in the insurrection argues selective prosecution. The podcast also discusses how the feds ensure someone under federal indictment stays in the country.

Michael Avenatti, charged with stealing millions from clients' settlements, discusses representing himself in his criminal trial. The podcast also explores revising Section 230 to hold social media platforms accountable for vaccine misinformation. Tom Barrack's indictment and advocacy for foreign countries are additional topics of discussion.

Former Trump Organization CFO, Allen Weisselberg, is no longer in executive positions. Weisselberg's defense in his tax fraud case is expected to cost around $1.7 million. The podcast discusses who will pay for his legal fees and the challenges faced by wealthy defendants. They also talk about the sanctions hearing for Sidney Powell and Lin Wood, Michael Avenatti's sentencing for extortion, and the legal risks of airing allegations on Fox News. The podcast explores the potential consequences of public figures' statements and provides insights on reporting without endorsing.