Main Justice is the next era of judicial watch from Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord, the veteran lawyers behind the hit podcast Prosecuting Donald Trump. As the criminal cases against Trump wind down and his new administration comes to power, Andrew and Mary draw on their extensive experience working within the Department of Justice to break down what’s happening inside Trump’s DOJ. Each week, they use their platform on Main Justice to safeguard against assaults on our laws, our Constitution, and our democracy.
Latest Episodes
A Pimple on the Rear of an Elephant
Letitia James is indicted; James Comey is arraigned. Plus: the courts weigh in on federalizing the National Guard.
“Untethered to the Facts”
Oregon and Illinois challenge Trump’s attempts to deploy National Guard troops to their cities. Plus: another deadly boat strike in the Caribbean.
It’s All Out Loud
Former FBI Director James Comey is indicted on two counts and Trump wants the National Guard in Portland, Oregon.
A "Break Glass" Moment
Trump pressures AG Bondi to prosecute foes. Plus, the government’s dismissal of a bribery investigation into Tom Homan.
Real Life Consequences
The investigation into Charlie Kirk’s murder continues. And the ‘presumption of regularity’ is not a foregone conclusion in Trump 2.0.
Upending the Law
The 5th Circuit bars Trump from deporting people using the Alien Enemies Act while the Supreme Court removes limits to immigration raids in Los Angeles.
Assault on Congress
Trump is blocked from deporting dozens of unaccompanied children to Guatemala. Plus: a judge bars the military from domestic law enforcement in L.A.
We are in a Different Place
Abrego Garcia is threatened with deportation to Uganda. Plus: Pam Bondi’s letters to sanctuary jurisdictions and more of Trump’s National Guard threats.
Normalizing Militarization
Pam Bondi backs down in D.C. as National Guard units from five states head to the nation’s capital. Plus: Two D.C. Circuit decisions to keep tabs on.
Demonstrably False
Trump federalizes DC police, sends in National Guard citing “public safety”. Plus: DOJ fails to get grand jury testimony unsealed in Maxwell case.
Distractions and Sideshows
The OSC investigates Jack Smith and legal watchdog files complaints against DOJ attorneys. PLUS: the 9th Circuit upholds pause on California ICE raids.
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