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215: Minnie Mouse Would Do A Better Job Dec 21, 2024

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Fani Willis’ disqualification from prosecuting the case against Trump, his settlement with ABC for defamation, the targeting of pollster Ann Selzer, and if 1st Amendment protections should apply. Then, the #Sisters cover the state and federal charges against Luigi Mangione, his eligibility for the death penalty, potential mitigating factors in the case, and the deterrent effect of his prosecution. They also explain the tension between free speech and national security in TikTok’s battle to avoid its upcoming ban in the United States.
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Hallmark’s Hannukah On Rye
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From Barb - The FBI Director’s Resignation Gives Trump An Easy Out
From Kim - Hallmark Christmas Movies Are Comin' To Town
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214: Misprision Dec 14, 2024

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the arrest of Luigi Mangione in the murder of the UHC CEO, looking at the attempt to extradite him, the use of surveillance cameras to catch him, and the legal status of ghost guns similar to the one used in the crime. Then, the #Sisters explain clemency, contextualize its recent use by President Biden, and weigh its pros and cons. They also share their takes on Harmeet Dhillon’s appointment to the head of the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, the importance of the FBI Director’s 10-year term, and the Inspector General.
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From Joyce on Pardons, Chris Wray, and DOJ's Inspector General
From Barb on The Art of the Counter-Punch
From Barb on Why Trump Can’t Just End Birthright Citizenship
From Jill on Why Biden Was Right to Pardon His Son Hunter
From Kim on How Clemency Can Help Save Us All
Chris Wray’s Resignation
The Tree Moat Photo
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213: Pardon Me Dec 07, 2024

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Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to explain the president’s pardon power, debate President Biden’s pardon of Hunter, and look at how pardons have been used in the past and how they can be used in the future. Then, the #Sisters outline the DOJ investigation into Tyre Nichols’ death at the hands of the Memphis PD, explain the importance of the DOJ Civil Rights Division, and investigate the future of law enforcement oversight under Trump. They also review the SCOTUS arguments weighing TN’s ban on gender-affirming care for young people and explore what the case means for critical medical services.
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212: Keep Calm And Carry On Nov 30, 2024

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Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to investigate whether this is the end of the federal cases against Trump, explain the basis for their dismissal, and look ahead to the potential for them to be taken up after his presidency. Then, the #Sisters discuss the challenges federal employees will face under the new administration and call for them to stay and fight to maintain the rule of law. They also push back against Elon’s misguided attack on Lt. Col. Vindman, break down the legal definition of treason, and expose the danger created by Musk’s new quasi-governmental role.
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211: Attorneys General Nov 23, 2024

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal from contention for attorney general in favor of Pam Bondi by looking at whether his appointment was a strategy to make her seem more palatable and the negatives she brings to the table. Then, the #Sisters detail the guardrails being erected by governors, a coalition of state attorney generals, and ordinary citizens to defend our constitution from the 2nd Trump administration. They also explain the status of Trump’s cases in GA and NY, what will happen before he takes office and the fate of his co-conspirators who have already pled guilty.
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210: Risible Nov 16, 2024

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to investigate Trump’s cabinet appointees, exposing Matt Gaetz's improprieties and threat to the rule of law, Pete Hegseth’s troublingly light resume and lack of executive experience, and RFK Jr.’s advocacy of conspiracy-laden medical misinformation. Then, the #Sisters discuss the future of Jack Smith’s prosecutions, looking at what we can expect from his final brief and the national security ramifications of the dangerous precedent Trump has set by failing to protect classified materials. They also debate the ability of the SCOTUS to serve as a check on the presidency and emphasize the role lower courts' have in the battle for our democracy.
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Gaetz May Not Mind The Law. DOJ Staff Must.
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209: Searching For Answers Nov 09, 2024

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In the aftermath of the election, Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to answer your questions. The #Sisters cover the guardrails that can protect the country from Trump, what happens to his criminal cases and convictions, the effect of the election on his sentencing, and why the civil cases and judgments against him might prove to be the best tool for holding him accountable. They also discuss the spread of disinformation, how to limit the dangers of social media, why people might have split their vote, getting the facts out, how to break out of our echo chambers, and more.
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Will the Trump Prosecutions Go Away?
Defending the Truth in a Second Trump Term
Post-Election Analysis with U-M Faculty Experts
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208: The Election Nov 02, 2024

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Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the proliferation of election lawsuits by the Republicans, the progress of their challenges to mail-in ballots in Pennslyvania, and attempts to remove voters in Alabama and Virginia. Then, the #Sisters break down the influence of money in politics, the legality of Elon’s offer of a million dollars to registered voters who sign his petition, and the pernicious effect of Citizens United on our politics. They also explain the DOJ’s role in protecting the electoral process and our rights compared to the obligations of the states and how lawsuits can be used to defend and expand our ability to vote.
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207: The Million Dollar Question Oct 26, 2024

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to look at the validity of Republican lawsuits challenges to the election, explain how they’re using them to create an aura of legitimacy around future claims of election fraud, relay their progress in the courts, and share the reasons we should be confident in the system. Then, the #Sisters break down the defamation suit against Trump brought by the exonerated Central Park Five and discuss why civil judgments seem more effective at holding MAGA accountable than criminal verdicts. They also explore the free speech issues raised by Ruth Ben-Ghiat’s cancellation by the Naval Academy and the difference between process and substance when it comes to the 1st Amendment.
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Ruth Ben-Ghiat’s Substack
From Kim on how courts are rejecting Trump’s attacks on elections
Broken Relationships Museum
Kjartansson/The National- A Lot of Sorrow
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206: Shenanigans Oct 19, 2024

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss Trump’s attempt to delay the release of evidence in his election interference case with discovery requests. Then, the #Sisters break down recent developments in the Republicans making last-minute changes about election and counting procedures. They also explain and reject circulating election disinformation claiming that undocumented migrants are voting and questioning the legitimacy of mail-in ballot procedures.
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Mentioned By The #Sisters:
Joyce’s Substack, Civil Discourse, Judge Chutkan Moves Fast
Joyce’s Substack, Civil Discourse, Good News Tonight From Georgia & Alabama
Neal Katyal on what you need to know in case of an election crisis
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