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June Grasso speaks with prominent attorneys and scholars, analyzing legal issues and cases in the news.
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May 20, 2025 • 41min
Immigration Issues & A Reality Show for Citizenship
Leon Fresco, a partner at Holland & Knight and immigration law expert, explores recent Supreme Court rulings affecting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and the complexities of deportation cases, particularly for Venezuelan immigrants. Harold Krent, a constitutional law professor at Chicago-Kent, discusses the nuanced issues surrounding the appointment of the U.S. Attorney for D.C. The conversation also teases a controversial idea for a reality show where immigrants compete for citizenship, raising eyebrows about the ridiculousness of it all.

May 17, 2025 • 15min
Recipe Wars Down Under
Terence Ross, an intellectual property litigator at Katten Muchin Rosenman, dives into the intriguing copyright controversies surrounding Australian influencer Brooke Bellamy's cookbook. He discusses the claims of recipe copying that have ignited a firestorm in the baking community. The conversation explores the complex legal landscape of recipe rights, highlighting the challenges of copyright protection and the blurred lines between inspiration and plagiarism. Ross also sheds light on the financial ramifications of public disputes for influencers and their brands.

May 17, 2025 • 37min
Weekend Law: Habeas Corpus, Menendez Brothers & Recipe Wars
Legal experts Dave Ehrenberg, a former state attorney, Jonathan Adler, a constitutional law professor, and Terrence Ross, an intellectual property litigator, dive into the Menendez brothers' resentencing highlighting their expressions of remorse and the complex legal hurdles they face. They also discuss the foundational right of habeas corpus, echoing its significance through a recent Supreme Court ruling affecting detainees. Finally, the team tackles a culinary copyright controversy involving a popular cake recipe, underscoring the importance of recognizing creative contributions.

May 15, 2025 • 32min
Menendez Brothers Path to Freedom & Trump Tariffs
Dave Aronberg, a former Palm Beach County State Attorney, discusses the Menendez brothers' path to resentencing, highlighting their rehabilitation journey and the challenges of public perception. Holly Froum, a Bloomberg Intelligence Litigation Analyst, dives into the intriguing legal battles over Trump's tariffs, exploring presidential power and the intricacies of trade law. The conversation illuminates the moral implications of profiting from infamy and scrutinizes the judicial landscape surrounding economic policies.

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May 14, 2025 • 36min
Threats to Habeas Corpus & Sean 'Diddy' Combs Trial
Join constitutional law expert Jonathan Adler, a professor at Case Western Reserve University, as he discusses the Trump administration's controversial remarks about suspending habeas corpus. Explore the historical significance and complexities of this constitutional right. Meanwhile, former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz offers insights into the high-profile trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, focusing on serious allegations such as racketeering and sex trafficking. Discover the courtroom dynamics influenced by family presence and the challenges faced by both prosecution and defense.

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May 13, 2025 • 27min
Controversial Immigration Cases
Leon Fresco, an immigration law expert and former head of the Office of Immigration Litigation under Obama, dives into the controversial immigration cases from the Trump era. He discusses the arrest of Newark's mayor during an ICE protest, shedding light on tensions between local officials and federal immigration authorities. Fresco also navigates the complexities of detainee rights, challenges in the immigration court system, and the critical issue of habeas corpus in asylum cases, revealing the precarious balance of justice in a charged political landscape.

May 9, 2025 • 38min
Weekend Law: Transgender Ban, Unorthodox Plea Deal & Health Suit
David Super, a constitutional law expert from Georgetown Law, discusses the Supreme Court's backing of Trump's transgender military ban, emphasizing its implications for constitutional rights. Jimmy Gurule, a former federal prosecutor from Notre Dame Law School, examines an unusual plea deal in Los Angeles that raises questions about judicial integrity. Harry Nelson, a healthcare attorney, talks about a major lawsuit by 20 State Attorneys General against the Department of Health and Human Services, focusing on its potential impacts on public health initiatives.

May 8, 2025 • 41min
Transgender Military Ban & LA Prosecutors Resign
Constitutional law expert David Super delves into the Supreme Court's decision permitting the discharge of transgender servicemembers, analyzing its social and legal ramifications. Former federal prosecutor Jimmy Gurule discusses the controversial plea deal made by the LA US Attorney with a convicted sheriff’s deputy, raising questions about political influences in justice. Healthcare attorney Harry Nelson addresses the lawsuit by 20 State Attorneys General against the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighting concerns over public health initiatives and executive authority.

May 8, 2025 • 1h 13min
Special Coverage: A Fireside Chat with Chief Justice John Roberts
Chief Justice John Roberts reflects on judicial independence and the importance of protecting the judiciary from political pressures during a fireside chat with Federal Judge Joseph Villardo. They discuss the implications of recent calls for impeachment of judges, emphasizing the judiciary's role in checking executive power. Harold Krent adds insight on legal clarity and the significance of facts in judicial decisions. Roberts shares nostalgic moments from his Buffalo childhood, his journey to the bench, and even his surprising passion for the Chicago Bears.

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May 7, 2025 • 40min
Law Firm Wins Against Trump & Harvard Threatened
Matthew Diller, a Fordham Law Professor, discusses a judge's ruling that declared President Trump's executive order against Perkins Coie unconstitutional, highlighting threats to judicial independence. Timothy Zick from William & Mary Law analyzes the Third Circuit's decision that teaching Islam does not breach the Establishment Clause, sparking a broader conversation about religious education. Meanwhile, George Yin, Emeritus Professor at UVA, tackles the Trump administration's threats to revoke Harvard’s tax-exempt status, raising concerns over political influence on legal frameworks.