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Viktor Orbán loses his authoritarian hold on Hungary, OLC calls the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, and Todd Blanche really loves his boss.

Pam Bondi is out, SCOTUS hears birthright citizenship, and Trump keeps trying to restrict mail-in voting. Plus: Trump's suggestion of war crimes in Iran.

The Justice Department settles with Michael Flynn and Minnesota sues to get access to evidence in the Good, Pretti, and Sosa-Celis shootings. Plus: DOJ owns up to a major screw up.

Robert Mueller’s legacy, a big win for journalists, and SCOTUS hears the mail-in ballots case.

A federal judge nixes subpoenas against the Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Plus: what Anthropic did not want the government to do with its AI model “Claude.”

The Justice Department’s pendulum swing on sanctioning law firms. And a significant decision out of Minnesota.

Defining the zone of presidential authority in going to war with Iran. Plus: judges continue to admonish DHS for disregarding court orders.

The Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariff policy. Plus: Judge Cannon won’t release Jack Smith’s classified documents report.

Grand Jury refuses to indict Democratic lawmakers over ‘illegal orders’ video. Plus: the unsealed Fulton County affidavit.

A preview of “MS NOW Presents: Clock It” – your invitation to Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels’s weekly groupchat.

The Justice Department wants to wipe out Bannon’s contempt conviction. And exasperation sets in among immigration prosecutors.

Introducing “Clock It,” a new podcast posted at the intersection of culture and politics from Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels.

Sensitive victim information mistakenly exposed by DOJ in Epstein files release. Plus: Legal updates in Minnesota and AUSA recruiting on X.

The killing of Alex Pretti.

The former special counsel testified in front of the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee for five hours on Thursday.

Trump targets Minnesota. Plus: A federal judge proposes extended protections to noncitizen academics.

ICE’s fatal shooting of an American citizen. Plus: Guest Rebecca Ingber applies an international law framework to Trump’s actions in Venezuela.

A special invitation from Rachel Maddow.

On the fifth-year mark of the January 6th attack, Mary McCord joins a panel before House Democrats to revisit the events of that day and highlightthe continuing fallout.

The U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Plus: Jack Smith’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.

The Supreme Court blocks Trump’s effort to deploy troops into Chicago. Plus: A federal judge says the U.S. owes deported Venezuelans due process.

Strong reactions to what was—and wasn’t released in the DOJ’s Epstein file dump. Plus: A three-judge panel says troops can temporarily remain in DC.

Political retribution proves harder to achieve than Trump hoped. And Kilmar Abrego Garcia is free — for now.

The Supreme Court greenlights Texas’ redistricting map. Plus: a Virginia grand jury declines to re-indict Letitia James.

What does the law say about the military killing boat strike survivors? Plus: Appeals court affirms Alina Habba’s appointment as acting US attorney was unlawful.

Rachel Maddow’s new podcast “Burn Order” is out now! Listen to a special preview.

The cases against James Comey and Letitia James are dismissed. Plus: A Pentagon investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly raises concerns.

Rachel Maddow’s new podcast “Burn Order” drops 12/1. Listen to the trailer now!

Trump changes his tune on the Epstein files. Plus: Judge blasts DOJ for potential misconduct in Comey case.

The cruel and winding road of the SNAP benefits case. And Tess Bridgeman on the legality of lethal boat strikes in international waters.

How the SCOTUS immunity decision gives Trump cover for political retribution. Plus: the latest litigation around domestic National Guard deployments.

The demolition of the East Wing raises serious ethical concerns. And the boat strikes continue without clear legal authority.

The 9th Circuit allows Trump to deploy National Guard troops to Portland. Plus: James Comey moves to have his case dismissed over vindictive prosecution.

Main Justice co-host Mary McCord joins Chris Hayes' podcast to break down the legal and ethical implications of sending the National Guard into cities like Chicago and Portland.

Jen Psaki’s podcast “The Blueprint” is back with more on how the Dems can fight and win again! Listen to an excerpt now.

Letitia James is indicted; James Comey is arraigned. Plus: the courts weigh in on federalizing the National Guard.

“The Blueprint with Jen Psaki” is back with another season on how the Democrats can fight and win again.

Oregon and Illinois challenge Trump’s attempts to deploy National Guard troops to their cities. Plus: another deadly boat strike in the Caribbean.

Former FBI Director James Comey is indicted on two counts and Trump wants the National Guard in Portland, Oregon.

Trump pressures AG Bondi to prosecute foes. Plus, the government’s dismissal of a bribery investigation into Tom Homan.

The investigation into Charlie Kirk’s murder continues. And the ‘presumption of regularity’ is not a foregone conclusion in Trump 2.0.

The 5th Circuit bars the Trump administration from deporting people using the Alien Enemies Act while the Supreme Court removes limits to immigration raids in Los Angeles.

Trump is blocked from deporting dozens of unaccompanied children to Guatemala. Plus: a judge bars the military from performing domestic law enforcement in L.A.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia is threatened with deportation to Uganda. Plus: Pam Bondi’s letters to sanctuary jurisdictions and more of Trump’s National Guard threats.

Pam Bondi backs down in D.C. as National Guard units from five red states head to the nation’s capital. Plus: Two D.C. Circuit decisions you should keep tabs on.

Trump federalizes DC police, sends in the National Guard citing “public safety”. Plus: DOJ fails to get grand jury testimony unsealed in the Ghislaine Maxwell case.

The OSC investigates Jack Smith and legal watchdog files complaints against DOJ attorneys. PLUS: the 9th Circuit upholds pause on California ICE raids.

Ghislaine Maxwell questioned by Todd Blanche, sanctuary cities continue to clash with Trump. Plus: a misconduct complaint against Judge Boasberg.

DOJ moves to unseal materials in Epstein case, a trial for pro-Palestinian activists wraps. Plus: ex-officer sentenced in rebuke to Trump administration.

Powerful new evidence drops in the DOJ whistleblower case. And a federal judge halts race-based immigration stops in LA.

SCOTUS greenlights deportations to South Sudan. And with an influx of new cash, ICE operations are looking to expand significantly.

SCOTUS rules on universal injunctions. Plus: denaturalizing US citizens and ICE raids target migrant workers.

The legal limits of war powers are questioned after military strikes in Iran. Plus: a DOJ whistleblower complaint and SCOTUS rules on removals to third countries.

A look at disturbing political violence in Minnesota amid political protests across the country. Plus: a press conference seizure and a losing appeal.

Trump invokes Title 10 to federalize the National Guard in California. And Abrego Garcia is brought home to face charges.

Are Trumps tariffs legal? Plus: a well-used pardon power and reshaping the FBI.

The Trump administration targets Harvard, SCOTUS decides on independent board firings, and the government is ordered to return O.C.G. as it continues defy a Judge’s TRO.

The Supreme Court weighs in on Trump’s executive orders. And due process is still at issue.

Can you suspend habeas? SCOTUS says no. Plus: a TRO on firing federal workers and national injunctions have their day in court.

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.