Tulsi Gabbard sent a criminal referral of John Brennan to DOJ. Not because there’s evidence of criminal wrongdoing, but because she wants to keep her job. @morningjoe-msnow.bsky.social

The Trump administration has lost yet another attempt to get voter files — this time in Massachusetts. As I discussed, 0 for 5 is not a record to be proud of:
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Bankrupting the Ivy League? Our lively discussion over DOJ’s Harvard Lawsuit Melba Pearson and I tackle this high-stakes case and controversy

The Trump administration has sued Harvard. Melba Pearson (the Resident Legal Diva) and I give it the full legal analysis with a few zingers along the way:

Here’s why I expect the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold Judge Boasberg’s ruling that blocks the subpoenas against Fed Chair Powell:
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MTG is Wrong about Don Lemon and the FACE Act Separating political theater from the actual rule of law

No, the Biden Administration didn’t lock up peaceful protesters outside abortion clinics. There was a lot more to it.

The Epstein Files: A Masterclass in Projection Why the "Democratic conspiracy" narrative is crumbling under the weight of 3 million new pages

It's not your father's "Democratic conspiracy" or "Democratic hoax" anymore. My interview on @morningjoe-msnow.bsky.social:

ICE Blinks First: The Conservative Judge Who Stared Down the Trump Administration After a federal judge threatens contempt, ICE gives in

Judge Schiltz's threat of contempt against ICE gets the Trump administration to back down.

Even a Mistake Can Be a Crime Why an "honest mistake" isn't always a legal defense in officer-involved shootings

Here’s the expected “mistake of fact” defense for the agents who shot Alex Pretti, and why they can still be convicted anyway.

How the State of Minnesota Can Prosecute Jonathan Ross for the Fatal Shooting of Renee Good A vibrant discussion between former federal and state prosecutors

Here’s the roadmap for prosecutors in Minneapolis, from former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner and me: @glennkirschner.bsky.social

The First Amendment Firewall -- Why Judges will Quickly Reject Any Attempt to Prosecute Walz and Frey Understanding the high bar for obstruction and why recent rhetoric doesn't meet it

That pesky First Amendment!

ICE’s Authority in Local Policing: A Legal Analysis Unpacking the legal authority of ICE agents in local traffic matters.

Did the ICE agent have the authority to conduct a traffic stop, or to order Renee Good out of her car? A legal dive:

Minnesota vs. U.S: The Battle Over the Renee Good Case Perspective from a former state prosecutor who has been there

The Trump Administration can conceal the evidence, but they won’t be able to stop Minnesota’s investigation.

Trump’s Honduras Pardon: A Legal Benefit for Maduro? Why pardoning one narco-trafficker while arresting another might backfire in a U.S. courtroom.

Here's how Trump's pardon of the former Honduran president can come back to hurt the Maduro prosecution.

Hello, fellow Floridian!

Regime Change in Cuba: The Underreported Motivation Behind Maduro's Removal Why the prosecution and removal of Nicolás Maduro are as much about Havana as it is about Caracas

The link between Venezuela and Cuba:

Be Careful What You Wish For Republicans are already realizing why Jack Smith shouldn't be messed with

You don’t tug on Superman’s cape…

Happy New Year! Judge Aileen Cannon is baaaack! My discussion with Glenn Kirschner

Happy New Year from @glennkirschner.bsky.social and me! 🎊🎉 (And Go Canes! 🙌🏻)

Secret No More: The Ghislaine Maxwell Grand Jury Transcripts Part 3 of 3

The Ghislaine Maxwell Grand Jury Transcripts, Part 3 of 3:

Inside the Secret Proceedings: Maxwell Grand Jury Review (Part 2) Analyzing the newly unsealed transcripts of the investigation into Ghislaine Maxwell

The Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury transcripts, part two.

Very true.

It should ensure that she remains in prison the end of her sentence.

The Biggest Loser in the Epstein File Releases New Evidence Exposes the Devil's Accomplice

Ghislaine Maxwell’s rehabilitation tour just hit a dead end.

Don't Count on "Inherent Contempt" Congress Wants to Sanction DOJ Officials Over the Epstein Files; It Won't Be Easy

In drafting the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Congress failed to include an enforcement mechanism. Don’t expect its dormant “inherent contempt” power to make up for that.

Ghislaine Maxwell’s Last Stand: The Habeas Hail Mary She pushed her lawyers aside to do it herself. It won't work.

She pushed her lawyers aside and filed this Habeas petition herself. It won’t work.

Yes. I was a State Senator back then. I became State Attorney about 5 years after it all ended.

The GOP’s Secret Talking Points on the Epstein Files A leaked memo instructs Republicans to use psychological manipulation to shield Trump

When it comes to Epstein, no amount of spin or talking points will quell the demand for the release of the files.

Trump & Miller Deportations TURN on MAGA From the Inside YouTube video by Legal AF

Trump and Stephen Miller’s deportation push is rattling communities nationwide, including Trump strongholds. Even Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s family has been affected. Former State Attorney Dave Aronberg unpacks the fallout and MAGA infighting. @davearonberg.bsky.social

Fake IDs, a Manifesto, and a Gun in Wet Underwear The Luigi Mangione hearing continues. Will key evidence be suppressed?

Turns out, “manscaping” was on the to-do list for Luigi Mangione:

Don’t Hold Your Breath for Friday The drip, drip of Epstein photos and emails is hurting Trump -- but don't expect much by Friday’s deadline

The Epstein files are supposed to be released by Friday, buuuuuuut….
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Bannon, Epstein and the Hypocrisy of the "Anti-Elitist" New photos expose the MAGA populist leader cozying up to the ultimate "globalist" predator

He built a movement on fighting against the so-called “global elites.” Then he’s caught in photos with Jeffrey Epstein. The hypocrisy of Steve Bannon:
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