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Judges are increasingly frustrated with Trump’s attempts to circumvent legal statutes and rule by executive order.

Listen to MSNBC special coverage breaking down the most consequential legal moments from the first 100 days of the new administration.

Themes of intimidation and flouting due process emerge as the Trump administration hits 100 days in office.

Andrew and Mary record this week from Princeton University. On their docket: Abrego Garcia, SCOTUS, and academic freedom.

The Trump administration continues to avoid accountability for Abrego Garcia’s wrongful removal and lack of due process rights.

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.

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.

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.

After a highly political speech at the DOJ, the Trump administration stepped into a weekend of tense ligation around the Alien Enemies Act.

All eyes on the law as Trump continues his retribution tour: arresting a student activist, cutting university funding and firing more national security officials.

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.

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.

Is the Eric Adams case a quid pro quo? Plus: another resignation and the first decision from the Supreme Court on a Trump firing.

Andrew and Mary dive deep into the clash over the DOJ’s directive to drop the case against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.

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.

In her new podcast series, Jen Psaki talks to Democratic leaders about the path forward for the party.

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.

A rush of late-night purges and executive actions- some immediately challenged. Plus: the muted independence of the DOJ.

Introducing “Trumpland with Alex Wagner,” a new podcast covering Trump's first 100 days. Up first: reporting on the J6 pardons.

One the first full day of Trump 2.0, Andrew and Mary make sense of J6 pardons and executive actions.

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.

Listen as Donald Trump is sentenced following his criminal conviction of falsifying business records.

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.

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.

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?

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.

A summary of Trump’s arguments as to why his New York case should be dismissed.

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.

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.

What Special Counsel Jack Smith’s final report could look like, and whether we’ll see it. And much ado about potential recess appointments.

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.

What’s next for Donald Trump’s ongoing criminal cases after his election win. And the post-election litigation that wasn’t.

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.

Trump's lawyers seek to dismiss the DC case. Again. Plus: Does the President have the legal authority to use the military domestically?

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.

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.

Reintroducing “Kamala: Next in Line,” a podcast on the stories that shaped the life and politics of Vice President Kamala Harris.

Judge Chutkan unseals Jack Smith’s immunity filing, revealing new aspects of Trump’s actions taken as a “candidate”.

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.

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.

What we know so far on the apparent assassination attempt. Plus: why we should feel good about the certification of our next election.

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.

While Judge Chutkan moves the DC case forward, Judge Merchan delays sentencing and his decision on immunity in Trump’s New York case.

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.

Jack Smith filed a new indictment in the D.C. case against Donald Trump, this time taking Presidential immunity into account.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The ripple effect of the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity reaches Trump’s criminal cases in New York, Georgia and DC.

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.

The aftermath of a shocking assassination attempt. Plus: Judge Cannon dismisses Trump’s Florida documents case.

Mary and Andrew frame out the ramifications of the Supreme Court’s immunity decision on three of Trump’s criminal cases.

Just Security’s Ryan Goodman joins to scope out the limited impact of the Supreme Court’s Fischer decision.

The parameters of presidential immunity have been outlined by the Supreme Court. And scathing dissents warn of lasting implications for the presidency.

Assessing several hearings before Judge Cannon. Plus: a waiting game on the SCOTUS presidential immunity ruling.

A pre-trial gag motion in Florida, a post-trial gag order in New York, and hearings ahead in Judge Cannon’s courtroom.

A.G. Garland writes about attacks on the Justice Department. And Trump wants the gag order lifted while he’s in pre-sentence limbo.

Correcting the record on the falsehoods peddled around the fairness of the verdict reached in Trump’s criminal case.

Andrew Weissmann and Rachel Maddow bring you inside the Trump courtroom.

What comes next after a verdict is reached in the historic criminal trial of a former president.

Jurors have begun deliberations in Trump’s New York trial. What to know about summations from the defense and prosecution.

After a stinging cross of Costello by Hoffinger, a charging conference is held to decide jury instructions. And what closing arguments need to accomplish.

The fine line between a mistake and a lie is one the jury has to draw, as testimony ends in the New York trial.

Michael Cohen’s credibility is at the heart of Trump’s criminal trial. Plus: what the prosecution needs to address in redirect.

Trump’s right-hand man takes the stand. Andrew and Mary break down the significance of Cohen’s testimony alongside the evidence.

Examining the finer points of Stormy Daniels’ testimony and cross-examination. And how to approach a mistrial motion.

Crucial testimony from Hope Hicks and Jeff McConney as the New York trial continues. And a stern warning from Judge Merchan.

Andrew frames the dynamics at play inside the New York courtroom. And takeaways from Keith Davidson’s testimony.

Dissecting the cross-examination of AMI CEO David Pecker. Plus: Judge Merchan’s options as he hears more alleged gag order violations this Thursday.

Scrutinizing the Supreme Court’s historic oral arguments on Trump’s claim of presidential immunity and David Pecker’s testimony in New York.

Listen to Supreme Court arguments on whether Donald Trump is immune from criminal prosecution.

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.

The jury is seated. Plus an in-depth review of the Statement of Facts with excerpts read by Robert De Niro and Glenn Close.

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.

Listen to Ari Melber’s special coverage from the first day of the historic criminal trial of former president Donald Trump.

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

One week out from the first criminal trial of a former president. And pressure is mounting in the Florida classified documents case.

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.

The New York trial gets a start date and Trump’s bond payment is reduced to $175 Million.

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.

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.

A delay in the New York case after document discovery was held up. And Judge Cannon rules on vagueness in the Espionage Act.

MSNBC’s Andrew Weissmann & Melissa Murray delve into "The Trump Indictments.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rachel Maddow and Lawrence O'Donnell discuss the Engoron decision on a special episode of Alex Wagner Tonight.

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.

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.

Listen to full U.S. Supreme Court hearing on former President Donald Trump’s Colorado ballot case.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Listen to the full DC Circuit Court of Appeals Oral Argument: U.S. v. Trump.