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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 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.
- 165 - Humpty Dumpty
Can you suspend habeas? SCOTUS says no. Plus: a TRO on firing federal workers and national injunctions have their day in court.
Tue, 13 May 2025 - 58min - 164 - Presumption of Irregularity
Judges are increasingly frustrated with Trump’s attempts to circumvent legal statutes and rule by executive order.
Tue, 6 May 2025 - 52min - 163 - 100 Days of Trump: Law & Disorder
Listen to MSNBC special coverage breaking down the most consequential legal moments from the first 100 days of the new administration.
Sat, 3 May 2025 - 42min - 162 - 100 Days of Hypocrisy
Themes of intimidation and flouting due process emerge as the Trump administration hits 100 days in office.
Tue, 29 Apr 2025 - 57min - 161 - Live from Princeton
Andrew and Mary record this week from Princeton University. On their docket: Abrego Garcia, SCOTUS, and academic freedom.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 - 59min - 160 - Mr. Abrego Garcia
The Trump administration continues to avoid accountability for Abrego Garcia’s wrongful removal and lack of due process rights.
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 - 56min - 159 - Cruelty Matched with Lawlessness
The Supreme Court decides on matters related to the deportation of migrants to El Salvador. And the constitutionality of Trump’s tariffs is in question.
Tue, 8 Apr 2025 - 56min - 158 - Equally Disturbing
Six emergency stay motions before the Supreme Court and a challenging election EO. Plus: continued attacks on law firms and universities as Signalgate accountability sputters.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025 - 55min - 157 - Lawyers, State Secrets, and Signal Chats
Law firms feel a chilling effect and challenges mount over the lack of due process given to Venezuelan migrants who were deported. Plus: an extraordinary Signal chat is published.
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 - 55min - 156 - Constitutional Showdown
After a highly political speech at the DOJ, the Trump administration stepped into a weekend of tense ligation around the Alien Enemies Act.
Tue, 18 Mar 2025 - 1h 00min - 155 - Standing Upright in the Wind
All eyes on the law as Trump continues his retribution tour: arresting a student activist, cutting university funding and firing more national security officials.
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 - 54min - 154 - Listen to "Trumpland with Alex Wagner: Hold the Line"
As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing this week's episode from "Trumpland with Alex Wagner" on attorneys general and their legal battles against Trump's agenda.
Thu, 6 Mar 2025 - 32min - 153 - We Are Here
Norms are challenged across the board: from DOJ firings and demotions to stripping security clearances and removing top military lawyers who might question military actions.
Wed, 5 Mar 2025 - 47min - 152 - A Shell Game
Is the Eric Adams case a quid pro quo? Plus: another resignation and the first decision from the Supreme Court on a Trump firing.
Wed, 26 Feb 2025 - 51min - 151 - A Choke Chain
Andrew and Mary dive deep into the clash over the DOJ’s directive to drop the case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
Wed, 19 Feb 2025 - 56min - 150 - It’s Five O'Clock Somewhere
AG Bondi issues a litany of memos, and the courts become the strongest line of defense. Plus: the fight over sanctuary cities, and Mary’s latest case.
Wed, 12 Feb 2025 - 54min - 149 - Listen to “The Blueprint with Jen Psaki”
In her new podcast series, Jen Psaki talks to Democratic leaders about the path forward for the party.
Mon, 10 Feb 2025 - 36min - 148 - “Everything Everywhere All at Once”
The 30,000-foot view of the impact of Trump’s executive maneuvers. Plus: firing and list making at the DOJ/FBI, and challenging Congress’ power of the purse.
Wed, 5 Feb 2025 - 54min - 147 - Boggles the Mind
A rush of late-night purges and executive actions- some immediately challenged. Plus: the muted independence of the DOJ.
Tue, 28 Jan 2025 - 50min - 146 - Listen to “Trumpland with Alex Wagner”
Introducing “Trumpland with Alex Wagner,” a new podcast covering Trump's first 100 days. Up first: reporting on the J6 pardons.
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 - 33min - 145 - Project 2025 in Action
One the first full day of Trump 2.0, Andrew and Mary make sense of J6 pardons and executive actions.
Tue, 21 Jan 2025 - 50min - 144 - Postmortem
Andrew and Mary break down the historic sentencing of a former president, explain the nuances of Volume One and what’s next for Volume Two.
Wed, 15 Jan 2025 - 56min - 143 - Full Audio of Donald Trump's NY Sentencing
Listen as Donald Trump is sentenced following his criminal conviction of falsifying business records.
Mon, 13 Jan 2025 - 33min - 142 - Main Justice
As the nation prepares for Trump's transition back to power, Mary and Andrew reveal the next iteration of how they’ll cover his administration: Main Justice.
Tue, 7 Jan 2025 - 51min - 141 - Reflecting on 2024 with Dahlia Lithwick
A look back at where 2024 began and where it wound up in terms of Trump’s criminal cases and the impact of Supreme Court decisions, with guest Dahlia Lithwick.
Tue, 31 Dec 2024 - 50min - 140 - The Pardon Power
Can a president pardon himself? Can he ask others to commit a crime for which he will then pardon them? And is there precedent for blanket amnesty?
Tue, 24 Dec 2024 - 44min - 139 - One Dismissal Denied
Judge Merchan rules that Trump’s New York verdict will not be vacated based on presidential immunity. Plus: the pending motion to dismiss based on the temporary immunity afforded a sitting president.
Wed, 18 Dec 2024 - 49min - 138 - A Kitchen Sink of GrievanceWed, 11 Dec 2024 - 49min
- 137 - Attack on the FBI
Bucking norms, Trump reveals his intent to install Kash Patel as the head of the FBI. Plus: the J6 civil cases against Trump that are still very much in play.
Wed, 4 Dec 2024 - 52min - 136 - Strategic Dismissals
The DC case and the 11th Circuit appeal are dismissed without prejudice, as Judge Merchan hits pause on Trump’s New York sentencing. And a look at Trump's DOJ picks.
Wed, 27 Nov 2024 - 50min - 135 - Reports and Recess
What Special Counsel Jack Smith’s final report could look like, and whether we’ll see it. And much ado about potential recess appointments.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 - 46min - 134 - Aftershocks
A deep dive into Trump’s New York sentencing considerations and what’s next for his civil cases. Plus: Those with J6 convictions hope for a pardon.
Tue, 12 Nov 2024 - 47min - 133 - Not Prosecuting Donald Trump
What’s next for Donald Trump’s ongoing criminal cases after his election win. And the post-election litigation that wasn’t.
Fri, 8 Nov 2024 - 42min - 132 - Voting Matters
Andrew and Mary review several pre-election voter challenges that have gotten to the Supreme Court . Plus: long held concerns over Trump’s delay tactics.
Mon, 4 Nov 2024 - 43min - 131 - Election Stakes
Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss the DC case. Again. Plus: Does the President have the legal authority to use the military domestically?
Mon, 28 Oct 2024 - 50min - 130 - Brady and a Bunch More
Jack Smith’s redacted source materials are released and Judge Chutkan issues a lengthy order on Brady. Plus: a request for Judge Cannon to recuse herself.
Tue, 22 Oct 2024 - 47min - 129 - Stays and Delays
Judge Chutkan pauses the release of Jack Smith’s appendix as Trump’s legal team considers options. And what critics get wrong about the public filing of Jack Smith’s brief.
Tue, 15 Oct 2024 - 45min - 128 - Listen to “Kamala: Next in Line”
Reintroducing “Kamala: Next in Line,” a podcast on the stories that shaped the life and politics of Vice President Kamala Harris.
Wed, 9 Oct 2024 - 10min - 127 - Office Seeker vs. Office Holder
Judge Chutkan unseals Jack Smith’s immunity filing, revealing new aspects of Trump’s actions taken as a “candidate”.
Tue, 8 Oct 2024 - 48min - 126 - Redactions and Reactions
Judge Chutkan will determine whether a redacted version of Jack Smith’s opening brief becomes public. And a review of oral arguments in Trump’s New York civil fraud appeal.
Tue, 1 Oct 2024 - 46min - 125 - Ms. McCord Goes to Washington
Mary re-caps her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the immunity decision. Plus: filings in DC and citizen-brought criminal charges in Springfield, Ohio.
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 - 45min - 124 - Election Security Matters
What we know so far on the apparent assassination attempt. Plus: why we should feel good about the certification of our next election.
Wed, 18 Sep 2024 - 48min - 122 - MSNBC Live: Democracy 2024
We’re thrilled to share a mashup of our MSNBC Live: Democracy 2024 event that we recently held at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Enjoy key conversations from this first of its kind in-person, interactive experience.
Wed, 11 Sep 2024 - 1h 47min - 121 - A Tale of Two Courtrooms
While Judge Chutkan moves the DC case forward, Judge Merchan delays sentencing and his decision on immunity in Trump’s New York case.
Tue, 10 Sep 2024 - 45min - 120 - The Disjointed Joint Status Report
The joint filing in Trump’s DC case reveals how far apart the two sides are on what comes next. Plus: a breakdown of the removal effort in New York.
Tue, 3 Sep 2024 - 50min - 119 - The DC Superseder
Jack Smith filed a new indictment in the D.C. case against Donald Trump, this time taking Presidential immunity into account.
Wed, 28 Aug 2024 - 22min - 118 - Now Playing in the 11th Circuit
Special Counsel Jack Smith tries to get the classified documents case back up and running following Judge Cannon’s dismissal of the Mar-a-Lago case. And a look at upcoming filings in the Jan. 6 case.
Tue, 27 Aug 2024 - 47min - 117 - Was J6 a Precursor?
Trump asks Judge Merchan to adjourn his sentencing until after the election. And Pro Publica’s deep investigation into one of the largest militia groups in the US.
Tue, 20 Aug 2024 - 49min - 116 - Four Ring Circus
Jack Smith needs more time to consider how the immunity decision affects the DC case. And some additions to the calendar for Trump’s other criminal proceedings.
Tue, 13 Aug 2024 - 53min - 115 - The Ball is Back in Chutkan’s Court
Judge Tanya Chutkan wastes no time in re-starting Trump’s DC criminal case. Plus: the fallout continues after the Supreme Court’s immunity decision.
Tue, 6 Aug 2024 - 44min - 114 - The Floodgates are Open
The ripple effect of the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity reaches Trump’s criminal cases in New York, Georgia and DC.
Tue, 30 Jul 2024 - 43min - 113 - Live from Highlands, NC: Back to Manhattan
Weighing the validity of Trump’s motion to dismiss his New York conviction based on the immunity decision. Plus: what Biden’s exit could mean for Trump’s criminal cases.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 - 49min - 112 - An Unsettling Few Days
The aftermath of a shocking assassination attempt. Plus: Judge Cannon dismisses Trump’s Florida documents case.
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 - 43min - 111 - Immunity Fallout
Mary and Andrew frame out the ramifications of the Supreme Court’s immunity decision on three of Trump’s criminal cases.
Tue, 9 Jul 2024 - 53min - 110 - ‘Textual Backflips’
Just Security’s Ryan Goodman joins to scope out the limited impact of the Supreme Court’s Fischer decision.
Tue, 2 Jul 2024 - 45min - 109 - The Immunity Decision
The parameters of presidential immunity have been outlined by the Supreme Court. And scathing dissents warn of lasting implications for the presidency.
Tue, 2 Jul 2024 - 53min - 108 - ‘A Dessert Topping and a Floor Wax’
Assessing several hearings before Judge Cannon. Plus: a waiting game on the SCOTUS presidential immunity ruling.
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 - 51min - 107 - Trigger Avenue
A pre-trial gag motion in Florida, a post-trial gag order in New York, and hearings ahead in Judge Cannon’s courtroom.
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 - 46min - 106 - Post-Trial and Pre-Trial
A.G. Garland writes about attacks on the Justice Department. And Trump wants the gag order lifted while he’s in pre-sentence limbo.
Tue, 11 Jun 2024 - 44min - 104 - The Disinformation Campaign
Correcting the record on the falsehoods peddled around the fairness of the verdict reached in Trump’s criminal case.
Tue, 4 Jun 2024 - 50min - 103 - BONUS: Witness to HistoryMon, 3 Jun 2024 - 42min
- 102 - “We Have a Verdict”Fri, 31 May 2024 - 48min
- 101 - In Closing
Jurors have begun deliberations in Trump’s New York trial. What to know about summations from the defense and prosecution.
Wed, 29 May 2024 - 56min - 100 - "The E-mail Speaks for Itself"
After a stinging cross of Costello by Hoffinger, a charging conference is held to decide jury instructions. And what closing arguments need to accomplish.
Fri, 24 May 2024 - 48min - 99 - 130,000 Reasons
The fine line between a mistake and a lie is one the jury has to draw, as testimony ends in the New York trial.
Tue, 21 May 2024 - 50min - 98 - How do you Solve a Problem like Michael Cohen?
Michael Cohen’s credibility is at the heart of Trump’s criminal trial. Plus: what the prosecution needs to address in redirect.
Fri, 17 May 2024 - 51min - 97 - 'For the Benefit of Mr. Trump'
Trump’s right-hand man takes the stand. Andrew and Mary break down the significance of Cohen’s testimony alongside the evidence.
Wed, 15 May 2024 - 51min - 96 - It's Not About Sex
Examining the finer points of Stormy Daniels’ testimony and cross-examination. And how to approach a mistrial motion.
Fri, 10 May 2024 - 48min - 95 - Exhibits 35 and 36
Crucial testimony from Hope Hicks and Jeff McConney as the New York trial continues. And a stern warning from Judge Merchan.
Tue, 7 May 2024 - 47min - 94 - Color From the Courtroom
Andrew frames the dynamics at play inside the New York courtroom. And takeaways from Keith Davidson’s testimony.
Sat, 4 May 2024 - 49min - 93 - It’s Only Tuesday
Dissecting the cross-examination of AMI CEO David Pecker. Plus: Judge Merchan’s options as he hears more alleged gag order violations this Thursday.
Tue, 30 Apr 2024 - 46min - 92 - The Presidency Before the Supreme Court
Scrutinizing the Supreme Court’s historic oral arguments on Trump’s claim of presidential immunity and David Pecker’s testimony in New York.
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 - 51min - 91 - Live Coverage: Supreme Court Hears Trump’s Immunity ClaimThu, 25 Apr 2024 - 2h 40min
- 90 - Opening Statements
An analysis of opening statements in the New York criminal trial and a preview of the Supreme Court’s oral arguments in Trump’s immunity appeal.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 44min - 89 - The Jury Is Seated, with Readings from Robert De Niro and Glenn Close
The jury is seated. Plus an in-depth review of the Statement of Facts with excerpts read by Robert De Niro and Glenn Close.
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 38min - 88 - In a Manhattan Courtroom
The first criminal trial of a former U.S. president gets underway in a Manhattan courtroom. And acclaimed actor Robert De Niro reads an excerpt from the New York indictment.
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 45min - 87 - Live Coverage: New York v. Donald Trump
Listen to Ari Melber’s special coverage from the first day of the historic criminal trial of former president Donald Trump.
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 1h 24min - 86 - BONUS: The Stakes of Immigration with Aaron Reichlin-Melnick
As a bonus for listeners, we’re sharing the first episode of a special series from “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast,” called “WITHpod 2024: The Stakes.” For the first time since 1892, we have an election in which both candidates have presidential records. It’s a unique chance to take a hard look at what both Joe Biden and Donald Trump have actually done as president. Chris Hayes talks to experts about both candidates’ records on specific policy areas. This week, Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, policy director at the American Immigration Council, joins to unpack immigration policies under Trump vs. Biden, the state of the asylum system, and more. Follow and listen to the whole series: https://link.chtbl.com/withpod_tsfd
Tue, 9 Apr 2024 - 1h 05min - 85 - History in the Making
One week out from the first criminal trial of a former president. And pressure is mounting in the Florida classified documents case.
Tue, 9 Apr 2024 - 51min - 84 - The Fair Administration of Justice
As the New York trial inches closer, Judge Merchan revises Trump’s gag order. And accountability via the state bar may be a remedy for several lawyers’ roles in Jan 6.
Tue, 2 Apr 2024 - 43min - 83 - Ups and Downs in New YorkTue, 26 Mar 2024 - 43min
- 82 - The Trump Indictments, read by Peter Coyote and Renée Elise Goldsberry
Actors Peter Coyote and Renée Elise Goldsberry read from the FL and GA indictments against Donald Trump, followed by analysis from Andrew Weissmann and his co-author Melissa Murray.
Fri, 22 Mar 2024 - 49min - 81 - The Trump Indictments, read by Glenn Close and Liam Neeson
On this special episode, Glenn Close and Liam Neeson read excerpts of the NY and DC criminal cases against Donald Trump, as legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and co-author Melissa Murray weigh in.
Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 47min - 80 - Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
A delay in the New York case after document discovery was held up. And Judge Cannon rules on vagueness in the Espionage Act.
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 49min - 79 - Live Coverage: The Trump IndictmentsSat, 16 Mar 2024 - 44min
- 78 - Immunity Take Two... and Three
Trump’s legal team attempts more delays as the New York trial looms, after posting a $91 Million bond as he appeals the decision in the E. Jean Carroll case. Plus: Hur testifies and Arizona issues subpoenas for Trump ‘false’ electors in the state.
Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 37min - 77 - Troupis, Chesebro & Trump
A deep dive into the Wisconsin fake electors settlement and behind the veil of a unanimous Supreme Court decision on Trump’s ballot eligibility in Colorado.
Wed, 6 Mar 2024 - 37min - 76 - Justice Delayed
In their decision to take up Donald Trump's immunity claims, the U.S. Supreme Court has bolstered the former president's delay strategy and greatly reduced the chances of a DC trial happening before the election in November.
Thu, 29 Feb 2024 - 30min - 75 - A Flurry of Motions
The motions are flying in the Florida documents case, as Trump’s lawyers submit a bevy for Judge Cannon to review. And the Manhattan DA offers his own motions in the coming New York case, in an effort to keep the former president from intimidating witnesses and jurors.
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 38min - 74 - Half a Billion and Counting
Judge Engoron rules on Trump's civil fraud case as we await word from the Supreme Court on the immunity decision and the Colorado ballot issue.
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 36min - 73 - BONUS: Alex Wagner Tonight with Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O'Donnell
Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O'Donnell discuss the Engoron decision on a special episode of Alex Wagner Tonight.
Sat, 17 Feb 2024 - 43min - 71 - Last Call for Immunity
As Trump asks the Supreme Court to decide on the immunity question, Jack Smith’s team urges Judge Cannon to reconsider whether witnesses in the Florida case will be made public.
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 37min - 70 - A Momentous Day
Andrew and Mary join forces once again this week to review Thursday’s oral arguments before the Supreme Court and Special Counsel Hur’s report on Biden’s handling of classified documents.
Fri, 9 Feb 2024 - 42min - 69 - BONUS: SCOTUS Hears Colorado Ballot IssueThu, 8 Feb 2024 - 2h 09min
- 68 - Citizen Trump
Andrew and Mary analyze the unanimous DC Circuit decision rejecting Trump's immunity claim. Plus: a preview Thursday’s SCOTUS oral arguments on the Colorado ballot issue.
Wed, 7 Feb 2024 - 48min - 67 - Facts Still Matter
Andrew and Mary review the damages awarded by the jury in the E. Jean Carroll verdict. Plus: awaiting Special Counsel Hur’s report, Judge Engoron’s verdict, and the DC Circuit immunity decision.
Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 34min - 66 - The Truman Precedent
Why Trump thinks presidents need total immunity from prosecution. Plus: Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord on the latest from E. Jean Carroll’s second defamation case as oral arguments wrap up this week.
Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 34min - 65 - Lies in the Courtroom
MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord review the tumultuous closing arguments in Donald Trump’s New York civil fraud case and analyze how the former President is using the legal system for his own political advantage.
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 36min - 64 - If the President Does It...
MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord review the oral arguments laid out at the DC Circuit over Donald Trump’s assertion of presidential immunity in the election interference case.
Wed, 10 Jan 2024 - 39min - 63 - BONUS: The Full Presidential Immunity HearingTue, 9 Jan 2024 - 1h 15min
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