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
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.
An Unrecognizable Justice Department
Ghislaine Maxwell questioned by Todd Blanche, sanctuary cities continue to clash with Trump. Plus: a misconduct complaint against Judge Boasberg.
Disestablishment of the Law
DOJ moves to unseal materials in Epstein case, a trial for pro-Palestinian activists wraps. Plus: ex-officer sentenced in rebuke to Trump administration.
This is Not Normal
Powerful new evidence drops in the DOJ whistleblower case. And a federal judge halts race-based immigration stops in LA.
"Your Huddled Masses"
SCOTUS greenlights deportations to South Sudan. And with an influx of new cash, ICE operations are looking to expand significantly.
Judicial Authority for Me Not Thee
SCOTUS rules on universal injunctions. Plus: denaturalizing US citizens and ICE raids target migrant workers.
Bombing Iran: A Conversation on War Powers with Tess Bridgeman
Special guest Tess Bridgeman joins to discuss US strikes on Iran, war powers, international humanitarian law, and expansive executive authority.
Testing the Limits
The legal limits of war powers are questioned after military strikes in Iran. Plus: a DOJ whistleblower complaint and a new SCOTUS ruling.
Unflinching Obligation
A look at disturbing political violence in Minnesota amid political protests across the country. Plus: a press conference seizure and a losing appeal.
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