In which the University of Pennsylvania's Dr. Kathleen Hall Jamieson changes the minds of Kate and TPM's Nicole Lafond on the importance of debates.Podcast Art by Christine Frapech Credit: Kathleen Hall JamiesonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Podcast discusses the recent DC Circuit decision on ex-presidential immunity, lack of trust in the federal judiciary, failed efforts to impeach secretary, impact of a special election and absence of Steve Scalise, impeachment pursuit and political dynamics, Republican defiance and the abandonment of a border bill, battle over abortion rights in Florida, and the impact of Republican interference in the upcoming Florida election.

Kate and Josh discuss Trump's immunity and delay tactics, as well as the scuttling of the border deal by congressional Republicans. They also examine the Arizona Senate race and highlight hopeful signs.

Kate and TPM's Josh Kovensky chat with professor Gerard Magliocca, an expert on the disqualification clause, about what to expect in upcoming Supreme Court arguments on booting Donald Trump from the ballot.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hosts discuss the New Hampshire primary results and question the significance of Trump's victory. They analyze the impact of the results on Trump's election prospects. The role of Nikki Haley in criticizing Trump is explored, as well as the impact of a female candidate of color on the Republican race. An incident involving Nancy Pelosi and rumors surrounding Tim Scott's engagement are discussed. The unwavering loyalty of Trump supporters and upcoming primary elections are analyzed.

Kate and Josh analyze the Iowa caucuses and what the results tell us about the rest of the primary season and beyond.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kate and Josh kick off 2024 by discussing oral arguments over Donald Trump's immunity defense, eyebrow raising decision-making by Fulton County DA Fani Willis and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and the upcoming early state primaries.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Professor Heather Cox Richardson, Professor of American history, discusses the state of American democracy and its historical roots. They explore Trump's rise to power, Republican Party's minority rule tactics, and the challenges faced by the Biden administration. They also touch on the disturbing dynamics of the Republican Party, the role of marginalized Americans in upholding democracy, and the importance of taking time to analyze information.

Presidential immunity, major Wisconsin maps ruling, hope heading into 2024, legal cases involving Donald Trump, defense strategies, tactics for drawing district maps, gerrymandering's impact on electoral politics, importance of speed in establishing regimes, case for optimism in 2024, Biden's strength as a candidate, importance of audience support

Discussion on the Colorado Supreme Court ruling against Trump's eligibility, the interpretation of the Constitution, immunity for insurrection, potential court outcomes, analysis of recent polls favoring Biden, voters' dissatisfaction with the economy, the impact of inflation, and the influence of despair on the political landscape.