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Harry Nelson, a healthcare law expert, dives into the impact of recent abortion rights ballot measures, revealing a surprising 70% approval rate even in conservative regions. Elizabeth Burch, a mass torts professor, discusses Johnson & Johnson's tumultuous $8.2 billion talc settlement strategy and its implications for plaintiffs. Carl Tobias, a legal scholar, analyzes the potential repercussions of Donald Trump's judicial appointments on the future of the federal courts, particularly regarding abortion rights and overall legal landscape reform.

Greg Stohr, Bloomberg Supreme Court reporter, delves into the justices’ review of Louisiana's congressional map, potentially reshaping 2024 elections. Chris Dolmetsch discusses a Philadelphia D.A.’s struggle against Elon Musk’s $1 million voter giveaway, stirring debate on lotteries. Alex Ebert covers the political battle of former Florida prosecutors seeking reelection after being fired, while Joe Whitley examines the complexities of a Wisconsin Bell fraud case under the False Claims Act.

Richard Brofalt, a Columbia Law School professor, discusses a Supreme Court case on voter purges and their implications for voter rights. Douglas Spencer, from the University of Colorado, examines the legality of Elon Musk's $1 million voter sweepstakes amid potential legal violations. Chris Dolmesh updates on the lawsuit's movements through courts. Ava Benny Morrison covers the sentencing of Nishad Singh from FTX, exploring the dynamics of cooperation in legal trials and contrasting his outcome with other executives facing harsher repercussions.

Ava Benny-Morrison, a Bloomberg legal reporter, reveals how Gary Wong, the first FTX cooperator, managed to avoid prison. UCLA professor James Park discusses the crypto industry’s unique strategies to challenge the SEC, focusing on venue choices in Texas. Cybersecurity expert Dr. Ilia Kolochenko analyzes Delta Airlines' lawsuit against CrowdStrike over severe operational disruptions, raising questions about accountability in tech failures. The conversation highlights critical developments in crypto law and cybersecurity that could shape future legal landscapes.

Richard Briffault, a Columbia Law School professor, dives into the Supreme Court's ruling that allows Virginia to purge its voter rolls, highlighting its political implications. Todd Haugh, from Indiana University, examines a Texas judge's unexpected focus on diversity in the Boeing case, shining light on corporate accountability. Alex Ebert, Bloomberg Law's senior correspondent, reveals the unique characteristics of New Jersey's Supreme Court, discussing its political dynamics and the influence of dark money on judicial elections.

Greg Stohr and Lydia Wheeler, Bloomberg Supreme Court reporters, dive into the critical role the Supreme Court may play in the upcoming presidential election. They discuss the court's cautious stance on election disputes, referencing past cases like Bush v. Gore. The rising focus on history and tradition in court decisions is explored, along with its implications for legal education. Additionally, they touch on controversial rulings in Pennsylvania and the potential impact of originalism on future court interpretations.

Douglas Spencer, a University of Colorado law professor and election law expert, discusses the Philadelphia DA's lawsuit against Elon Musk's controversial $1 million voter sweepstakes, highlighting potential legal violations. Meanwhile, Harry First, an NYU law professor specializing in antitrust issues, analyzes the complexities surrounding Tapestry's halted $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings, and the broader implications for the fashion industry amidst regulatory scrutiny and competitive pricing challenges.

Los Angeles Trial Attorney Dave Ring, a partner at Taylor & Ring, discusses the LA District Attorney’s recommendation that the Menendez brothers be resentenced. Criminal defense attorney Jeremy Saland, discusses the trial of a Marine veteran for the subway chokehold death of a homeless man. Intellectual property litigator Terence Ross, a partner at Katten Muchin Rosenman, discusses the stars of the 1968 film “Romeo & Juliet” filing a lawsuit over the underage nude scene. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Aronberg, Palm Beach County State Attorney, discusses the Los Angeles DA's recommendation to resentencing the Menendez brothers, exploring their traumatic past and societal changes in public perception. Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert, dives into the complexities surrounding mass deportations, focusing on a historic law and its implications. Erin Chlopak, from the Campaign Legal Center, analyzes Elon Musk's controversial voter registration giveaway, raising legal questions about the intersection of wealth and electoral integrity.

What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey.Criminal defense attorney Jeremy Saland, a former Manhattan prosecutor, discusses the trial of Daniel Penny who is accused of the chokehold death of a homeless man on a New York City subway last year. Suzanne Monyak, Bloomberg Law judiciary reporter, discusses the security threats facing courts this election season. June Grasso hosts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.