Posts in Sisters In Law
How Many Fishing Jokes Can We Make?

#SistersInLaw fire off on the threats to the rule of law created when the independence of the DOJ is compromised and explain how dangerous it is for Republican candidates to preemptively offer Trump a pardon.  Then, they lay out the ethical missteps of Justice Alito and the growing cause for SCOTUS oversight, before looking at the showdown between John Durham and Rep. Schiff.

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Donald’s Defense Debunked

#SistersInLaw dive into the validity of the various defense strategies Trump might use, and how being charged with violating The Espionage Act instead of the Presidential Records Act is so significant. Then, they look at the pitfalls and potential issues posed by Judge Cannon being the one to handle the case, and explain the Supreme Court’s recent reaffirmation of the Indian Child Welfare Act.

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Donald Trump Indicted: Reverse King Midas

#SistersInLaw fill us in on Trump’s indictment by Jack Smith on felony charges and explain why the Espionage Act is involved.  They also debate the significance of the crossover by conservative justices to uphold voting rights, before looking at a judge’s recent order striking down a drag show ban and the implications that laws targeting these performances have for the 1st Amendment.

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Leguleian

#SistersInLaw analyze the latest disclosures coming out of Trump’s mishandling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, and why his big mouth might help the law finally find him.  Then, they lay out the risks our campaign finance laws pose to our democratic values, share how Ron DeSantis might already be violating the important ones, and look into the articles of impeachment filed against Texas AG Ken Paxton– and supported by his own party.

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Back from the road

#SistersInLaw are back in the studio to share the latest news coming out relating to Donald’s handling of top secret and classified documents, and why their security is so important.  They go on to discuss the SCOTUS ruling against the EPA on wetland protections and how it impacts marginalized communities, before looking into the growing trend of making shoplifting a felony at the behest of corporations.

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Live in DC

#SistersInLaw are live in Washington, DC for a look at Trump’s endless legal troubles spanning his continued defamation of E. Jean Carroll, J6, and the possession of classified documents.  Then they discuss the rise of bigoted anti-trans legislation and what it means for those affected, before laying out how Gov. DeSantis has changed the legal landscape in Florida and what it means for our country.

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Live In New York City

#SistersInLaw are live in New York City to break down the accusations against its former Mayor, Rudy Guiliani in the aftermath of the E. Jean Carroll verdict against Trump. Then, they discuss recent arguments challenging Mifepristone’s potential to remain on the market and lay out the other fronts in the abortion wars, before giving their takes on how to handle bullying and harassment in the workplace.

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Live In Portland

#SistersInLaw take the show on the road for a live appearance in Portland, Oregon where they review E. Jean Carroll’s successful civil suit against Trump and his potential for further liability before exploring the charges and legal issues facing Rep. George Santos for his fabulist lies and apparent history of criminality.  From there, they also look at what the end of Title 42 means for our immigration policy and the future of those seeking asylum.

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Codes Of Ethics

#SistersInLaw explore the implications of the seditious conspiracy convictions of J6 Proud Boys, how the Pinkerton Rule applies, and what it means for Trump.  From there, they unravel the assault on federal agencies by the SCOTUS with its uptake of a challenge to Chevron deference, then dive into the latest ethical indiscretions of Justice Thomas.  After everything comes out, what will it take for the Supreme Court to restore its legitimacy?

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Everything’s Fine

#SistersInLaw convene for a deep dive into the factors determining national security leaker Jack Teixeira’s pretrial detention hearing and recent information that might impact the case.  Then, they discuss the Supreme Court’s flailing efforts to restore public confidence in its internal ethics, and the possible legal strategies and new developments in E. Jean Carroll’s suit against Trump.

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The Credulous

#SistersInLaw meet to examine E. Jean Carroll’s civil cases against Donald, and how statute of limitations law and the rules of defamation apply to them.   They also look at recent shootings to explain when guns can be used and the limits of ‘Stand Your Ground’ and ‘Castle Doctrine’ when using a weapon, before dissecting Rep. Jim Jordan’s attempt to interfere with DA Alvin Bragg’s case against the former President.

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OutFOXed

#SistersInLaw break down the recent developments in the Dominion v. Fox lawsuit– and they aren’t looking good for the news organization.  Then, they discuss the expulsion and reinstatement of Tennessee lawmakers after their protest, and the DOJ decision not to pursue federal charges regarding the violent death of Shanquella Robinson while she was vacationing in Mexico.

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Too Much News

#SistersInLaw explore the aftermath of Donald’s arraignment in Manhattan, weigh the strength of the charges against him, and explain the importance of case order when it comes to successful prosecution.  Then, they review examples of compelled witness testimony and the effect it can have on cases, before tackling the ethical issues posed by Justice Thomas accepting extremely valuable gifts while on the SCOTUS.

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Trump Indicted

#SistersInLaw dive into the indictment of Donald by Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg and what we can expect relating to the charges there and his other cases going forward.  Then, they look at the ethics that govern the SCOTUS and the challenges posed by Gini and Clarence Thomas to that institution, before analyzing the legal struggles between Governor DeSantis and Disney.

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Make It So

#SistersInLaw discuss the latest news coming from the Manhattan DA regarding the Stormy Daniels related case that might get Donald indicted.  Then, they look at recent developments in the special councel’s classified documents investigation against him, and the significance of his choice of Waco, TX for his upcoming rally and the events that made that city a touchstone of the alt-right.

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What To Expect When You’re Expecting…An Indictment

#SistersInLaw discuss the threat to women’s rights coming from big corporations like Walgreen’s and our power as consumers to boycott and make our voices heard.  Then, they break down the multiple possibilities for indictment facing Donald in the states and from the federal government, before examining the perils of Tucker being able to control the J6 narrative at Fox.

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Gone Fishin

#SistersInLaw lay out the ramifications of the Dominion lawsuit against Fox News and what it means for the future of their analysis and reporting, before covering the latest developments in the abortion war– including how Walgreens has shied away from protecting women’s access to the pill, and the possible legal remedies.  Then, they examine policing practices in the wake of events in Louisville.

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Bad Things Are Gonna Happen!

#SistersInLaw explain the two cases before the SCOTUS seeking to undermine President Biden’s student loan relief and how they might be decided.  They also discuss the DOJ’s consideration of civil suits targeting Trump’s actions that resulted in injuries during the J6 insurrection, before taking on Governor DeSantis’ authoritarian war on Disney and the 1st Amendment.

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