Main Justice
Main Justice
MS NOW, Andrew Weissmann, Mary McCord
Main Justice is the next era of legal analysis from Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord, the veteran lawyers behind the hit podcast Prosecuting Donald Trump. As the Trump administration wields its 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.
Trump's Control of DOJ: Exhibits A B and C
Todd Blanche inches closer to becoming Attorney General after releasing a statement “rescinding” the $1.776 billion slush fund. Plus, James Comey files several motions to dismiss the “Seashells” case against him.
Aug 4
57 min
"...But There's More!": Harassment, Intimidation and Coercion
DOJ drops subpoenas against New York Times journalists, while the government subpoenas 14 major law firms.
Jul 28
54 min
Misleading and Evasive: Blanche’s Hearing and Trump’s Speech
Todd Blanche vies for the job of Attorney General and meets with Epstein survivors. And Trump addresses the nation about alleged election fraud.
Jul 20
54 min
All About Todd Blanche: At Best, Misleading; At Worst, Disingenuous
Once Trump’s personal lawyer, Acting AG Todd Blanche is a confirmation away from assuming the top job at Main Justice. Mary and Andrew analyze his tenure at the agency.
Jul 14
59 min
Intended Consequences: Race and Retribution
A deeper look at the Supreme Court’s decision to remove temporary protected status for over a million immigrants. Plus, the government won’t unredact more of the Epstein files.
Jul 6
57 min
The Supreme Court Is a Mess
Late-term Supreme Court decisions have been handed down. The verdict? Mixed.
Jun 30
20 min
The Imperial Presidency is in Court, the Iran Deal is in Motion
The Trump administration refuses to kill the “slush fund” in a sworn declaration. Plus, Obama legal alum Tess Bridgeman on the nuances of the new Iran deal.
Jun 23
1 hr 1 min
“A Crock of Sh*t”: Decisions Pile Up Against the President
Trump’s name is removed from the Kennedy Center, and the “slush fund” is officially blocked. Plus: court decisions mount against the Trump White House.
Jun 16
57 min
Moving Fast and Breaking Things
Trump plans to nominate Todd Blanche to the AG seat. And SCOTUS allows Alabama to eliminate one of two majority minority districts.
Jun 8
49 min
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Judges make their voices heard as decisions mount against the Trump administration. And Todd Blanche’s hand gets caught in the cookie jar.
Jun 2
54 min
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