Podcast Summary
Trump's executive privilege claim to stop Pence's testimony unlikely to succeed: Trump's effort to prevent Pence from testifying about the 2020 election is unlikely due to Biden's waiver, Pence's stance, and the Speech or Debate clause.
Former President Donald Trump's attempt to assert executive privilege to prevent Mike Pence from testifying before multiple grand juries about the 2020 election is unlikely to succeed. This is because the privilege only applies to the current sitting president, and Joe Biden has already waived it. Additionally, Pence himself has stated that he will not appeal the ruling, and he is protected by the Speech or Debate clause, which shields legislators from testifying about legislative acts. These factors increase the likelihood that Trump will lose the appeal related to this issue.
Testimony from Mike Pence about pressure campaign to influence election certification: Despite Trump's efforts to limit testimony about his actions during the election, legal losses have allowed key figures like Mike Pence to share details, potentially revealing potential crimes.
During the Jan 6th committee investigation, former Vice President Mike Pence testified about the pressure campaign launched by Donald Trump and others to influence his decision in certifying the election results. Pence also shared details about Trump's insulting language towards him, the attempts to whisk him away from the capital, and his decision not to be taken away. Trump has tried to assert executive privilege to prevent Pence's testimony, but has lost every time in court. The most recent loss came when Trump's own lawyer, Evan Corcoran, had his attorney-client privilege stripped away, leading to Corcoran testifying about potential crimes committed by Trump. These legal losses suggest that Trump's attempts to limit testimony related to his actions during the election may not be successful.
DC Circuit Court Orders Trump and Advisors to Testify in Capitol Riot Probe: Trump and several advisors, including Meadows and Scavino, have been ordered by the DC Circuit Court to testify before the grand jury in the Capitol riots investigation. The appeals process moved quickly, with no appeal to the Supreme Court from Trump.
Former President Donald Trump and several of his close advisors have been ordered by the DC Circuit Court of Appeals to testify before the grand jury in the ongoing investigation into the January 6 Capitol riots. This comes after Trump lost an earlier appeal regarding the release of presidential documents. The appeals process moved rapidly, with rulings being made in just 72 hours and the Department of Justice and Trump required to file briefs late into the night. Trump did not appeal this decision to the US Supreme Court, likely recognizing he would not have enough support from the justices. Additionally, a group of over a dozen White House insiders, including Mark Meadows, Dan Scavino, and members of the national security apparatus, have also been ordered to testify. The appeals court swiftly upheld the lower court's ruling, and the group has yet to file an appeal to the Supreme Court.
Legal challenges against Trump's Presidential papers face consistent defeats: Despite Trump's repeated attempts to appeal, legal precedent against him is solidifying, making it unlikely that future panels will rule in his favor.
Donald Trump's legal challenges related to the Presidential papers and executive privilege have faced consistent defeats at the DC Circuit Court of Appeals, with each new panel citing the rulings of prior panels. Trump's attempts to appeal these decisions have been unsuccessful, with the Supreme Court also denying his appeals. The legal precedent against Trump is solidifying, making it increasingly unlikely that future panels will rule in his favor. The pattern of losses continues, with even Trump-appointed judges siding against him. Trump's legal team has filed a notice of appeal for the latest ruling, but given the existing body of law and precedent, the odds of a favorable ruling are slim.
Trump's Bid to Stop Pence Testimony Faces Setbacks: Former President Trump's attempts to prevent Mike Pence from testifying before the grand jury using executive privilege have been unsuccessful. Pence is seeking a stay from the appellate court to delay his testimony, but a ruling against Trump is expected. If Pence doesn't receive a stay, he could face contempt charges.
Former President Donald Trump's efforts to prevent Mike Pence from testifying before the grand jury using executive privilege have been unsuccessful so far. The DC Circuit Court will assign three random judges to rule on the matter, and they are expected to set a quick briefing schedule and rule against Trump. Trump's argument that he still holds executive privilege as a former president is considered a losing one. Pence is currently seeking a stay from the appellate court to delay his testimony, but if he doesn't receive it, he could face contempt charges for not complying with the court order. The entire process is expected to move quickly, with a ruling potentially coming in the month of April. Trump's repeated attempts to halt the proceedings have been unavailing, and Pence's testimony could be a significant development in the ongoing investigations against him.
Mike Pence to Testify in Election Probe but Won't Discuss Senate Certification: Former VP Pence will testify about election pressure campaign but won't discuss Senate certification. Legal challenges face hurdles due to precedent and prior case law. Trump's executive privilege claims unsuccessful. Supreme Court unlikely to support Trump.
Former Vice President Mike Pence has agreed to testify in ongoing investigations into efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results, but he will not discuss what happened during the certification process in the Senate chamber. Pence is expected to testify about the pressure campaign led by then-President Donald Trump and his associates, including John Eastman, to get Pence to certify false election results. Pence sought legal advice from a conservative federal judge, J. Michael Luttig, who advised him to certify the election for Joe Biden. The legal challenge to this certification process is facing significant hurdles due to established precedent and prior case law. Trump's attempts to assert executive privilege have been unsuccessful, as he is no longer in office. The Supreme Court is unlikely to support Trump in this matter, as they have not supported any of his previous assertions of presidential executive power. The legal proceedings will continue to be closely monitored, and updates will be provided on the Midas Touch Network's Midweek and Saturday podcasts, as well as on YouTube and other podcast platforms.
Exploring the intersection of law and politics on a politically charged podcast: Three knowledgeable lawyers discuss current headlines and offer insights into the intersection of law and politics, engaging with their audience and offering merchandise for sale.
The "Legal AF Reporting" podcast provides in-depth discussions on politically charged litigation at the intersection of law and politics, presented by three knowledgeable lawyers. The podcast offers important insights from current headlines, along with the host's hot takes, making it a must-listen for those interested in these topics. Additionally, the host, Michael Popok, engages with his audience through social media and offers merchandise, such as a maga tears mug, available for purchase. The podcast's content is union-made in the USA, and Michael's enthusiasm for the material reflects his unwavering commitment to staying informed and sharing his insights.
