Stay Tuned with Preet

The CAFE team is taking a break from our usual programming this week to share another show we think you might like. 

It’s a show called “The Gray Area,” hosted by Sean Illing, that explores issues across culture, technology, politics, and the world of ideas, all through a philosophical lens. 

In the episode we’re about to share, Sean Illing and his guest, historian Edward Watts, discuss how America today feels a lot like ancient Rome…right before its empire collapsed. 

We hope you enjoy their conversation. You can listen to more of the show here.

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What does it take to be happy? Dr. Laurie Santos is the Chandrika and Ranjan Tandon Professor of Psychology and Head of Silliman College at Yale University, where she teaches “Psychology and the Good Life.” She’s also host of the podcast, “The Happiness Lab.” Dr. Santos joins Preet to discuss:

• The definition of happiness and how to maximize it 
• The parenting paradox 
• How job crafting can bring purpose to any career
• Self-care vs caring for others
• Practicing gratitude 
• The health effects of loneliness and the importance of social connection
• The relationship between religion and happiness
• Why negative emotions are necessary

Plus, Preet shares his new year’s resolutions, his favorite Stay Tuned episode of the year, and whether Liz Cheney will have to invoke the Speech or Debate clause.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/laurie-santos-happiness/

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Why did ABC News settle the defamation lawsuit brought by President-elect Donald Trump? And if the case had gone to trial, what might cross-examination of ABC host George Stephanopoulos have looked like? Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the settlement in an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further analyze the settlement. They also discuss: 

– FBI Director Chris Wray’s announcement that he would resign at the end of President Joe Biden’s term; and

– A New York judge’s rejection of Trump’s effort to overturn his Manhattan conviction due to presidential immunity.

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Tina Brown joins Stay Tuned as a special guest host to interview Preet. They discuss Preet’s thoughts on this moment in our country’s history, his professional trajectory, and what causes some billionaires to break bad.

Tina Brown is an award-winning journalist, editor, and author who recently launched her new Substack, Fresh Hell, which gives her weekly take on politics, media, and culture. She was previously editor-in-chief of Tatler, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, and founder of The Daily Beast.

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George Packer is a staff writer at The Atlantic. Packer joins Preet to discuss his latest article, The End of Democratic Delusions, and what the 2024 election reveals about the future of American democracy and the Democratic party.

Plus, could Donald Trump have members of the Jan 6 Committee arrested? And, what will Kash Patel’s appointment as FBI Director mean for the role’s 10-year term? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/the-pendulum-always-swings-back-with-george-packer/

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Will President Joe Biden preemptively pardon people on the so-called Trump enemies list? In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the balance of considerations involved.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further explore potential preemptive pardons. They also discuss the arrest of and charges against Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and the Supreme Court oral arguments in a case challenging Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors.

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Michèle Flournoy, former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy under President Obama, joins Preet to explore President-elect Donald Trump's vision for reshaping the Department of Defense. From Trump's contentious nomination of Pete Hegseth to DOGE's ambitious plan to cut the Pentagon's $886 billion budget, the conversation delves into the sweeping changes that could redefine U.S. defense policy.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/nominees-budgets-and-defense-policy-under-trump-with-michele-flournoy

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Sam Harris is a philosopher, neuroscientist, and the host of the Making Sense podcast. He joins Preet to discuss political debate in the Trump era, the end of identity politics, and the morality of the Hunter Biden pardon. 

Plus, could Trump fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell? What does Preet think about Kash Patel? And how might Trump use the Vacancies Act?  

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/politics-brain-rot-with-sam-harris/ 

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Why did President Joe Biden pardon his son, Hunter, despite vowing not to? In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down Biden’s pardon decision.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further analyze the Hunter Biden pardon. They also discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of his ally, Kash Patel, as FBI Director.

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On a special episode of Stay Tuned in Brief, national security experts John Carlin and Jeremy Bash discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s nominees for national security roles, the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE, and U.S. foreign policy.  

John Carlin is the former Acting Deputy Attorney General of the United States. He previously was the top national security official for the U.S. Department of Justice, and the Chief of Staff of the FBI under Robert Mueller. He's now a partner at the law firm Paul Weiss.

Jeremy Bash spent over a decade in government, occupying various high-level national security positions, including Chief of Staff at the CIA and Defense Department under President Barack Obama. He’s now the managing director and partner at Beacon Global Strategies.

This conversation was recorded on Monday, November 25, 2024. 

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Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist and author who teaches at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He joins Preet to discuss:

• Post-election anxiety and where we go from here
• Why we should (or shouldn’t) trust experts
• Taking a break from the news
• Meritocracies and measuring success

To watch this interview on YouTube, click here.

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/election-news-fatigue-psychology-adam-grant/

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Brenda Wineapple joins Preet to discuss her new book about the Scopes Monkey trial, “Keeping the Faith: God, Democracy, and the Trial that Riveted America.” The trial, often called 'the trial of the century,' was not just a courtroom battle but a flashpoint in a broader cultural war that continues to echo in debates over science, religion, and education today.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to:  https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/the-scopes-monkey-trial-revisited-brenda-wineapple

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Garry Kasparov is a chess grandmaster and Chairman of the Renew Democracy Initiative, a nonprofit dedicated to defending liberal democracies worldwide. He joins Preet to discuss:

• Trump’s plans to consolidate power within the Executive Branch
• The need for change within the Democratic Party
• What normalcy might look like in four years
• How Trump may impact Russia’s war in Ukraine
• Strategies for surviving political exhaustion

Plus, will Matt Gaetz be the new Attorney General? Will the Department of Education be dismantled? And, can Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg convince judge Merchan not to dismiss Trump’s Manhattan criminal conviction?

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-democracy-garry-kasparov-musk-gaetz/ 

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Preet, Joyce, and the CAFE team are celebrating the 300th episode of the CAFE Insider podcast. Thank you for listening and for creating such an engaged community.

In an excerpt from the show, Preet and Joyce discuss President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of former Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss Gaetz’s nomination, including his recent resignation from Congress days before the House Ethics Committee was expected to release a report on sexual misconduct allegations against him. They also assess other Trump nominations, including his personal lawyers for DOJ leadership positions, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health Secretary, and Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence.

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With Donald Trump soon to be sworn in as the 47th president, he’s made clear he wants to shake up Washington — including possibly firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. 

Political scientist Sarah Binder joins Preet to discuss whether a president has the legal authority to fire the Fed chair and how it could impact the economy.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/fire-the-fed-chair/

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Astead Herndon is a New York Times national politics reporter and the host of the politics podcast “The Run-Up.” He joins Preet to make sense of Donald Trump’s reelection. They discuss: 

• The failures of the Joe Biden Democratic coalition 
• Outcomes of the 2022 midterm vs. 2024 presidential elections
• How assumptions about race and gender played into Trump's win
• Harris's law enforcement background 
• The future realignment of the Democratic Party 

Plus, what’s going to happen to special counsel Jack Smith and his pending cases against Trump?

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-election-democrats-astead-herndon/ 

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What are recess appointments? And with Republicans controlling the Senate, will President-elect Trump’s nominees face any hurdles in their confirmation process?

In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss Trump’s ongoing nominations of cabinet members and other high-profile positions. Despite Republicans controlling the Senate, Trump has called on candidates vying to replace Republican leader Mitch McConnell to permit his nominees to take office without confirmation votes using the recess appointments power.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– How Trump’s return to the White House will likely mark the end of his criminal prosecutions, with the federal election interference case and sentencing in Manhattan already facing new delays; 

– The expected reinstatement of Trump’s “Schedule F” executive order, which would reclassify many federal staff members as at-will employees; and

– The charges filed by the Department of Justice against an Iranian man for allegedly plotting to assassinate Trump.

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In this year’s election, abortion protection measures were on the ballot in ten different states. While they succeeded in seven, they failed in three. So where does that leave the future of abortion access? This week, Preet speaks with University of Pennsylvania constitutional law professor and co-host of Strict Scrutiny Kate Shaw. They break down the most notable ballot measures and what abortion rights may look like under a second Trump presidency.

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Donald Trump has won the presidential election, so where does that leave his pending civil cases? In this excerpt of CAFE Insider, Elie Honig and Barb McQuade break down the status of Trump’s Manhattan and Georgia cases. Barb McQuade is a CAFE Contributor and former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan.

In the full episode, Elie and Barb delve into Trump’s pending federal cases and what a Justice Department under Trump will look like the second time around.

This is the latest installment in a series of special episodes exclusively for members of CAFE Insider. Each week, Elie Honig and special guests will tackle one major legal or policy issue, helping you stay informed.

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Donald Trump is returning to the White House. The day after the election, Preet is joined by former US Attorney Joyce Vance, historian Joanne Freeman, and political scientist Ian Bremmer to discuss what happened on election night, and how the next four years could reshape America.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-election-win/   

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On a scale of 1-10, how progressive is Kamala Harris? In this excerpt of CAFE Insider, CAFE Contributor Elie Honig speaks with political journalist Marisa Lagos about Kamala Harris’s prosecutorial background and how it has informed her current policies.  

This is the fifth episode in a new series of special episodes exclusively for members of CAFE Insider.

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Preet speaks with AOL co-founder Steve Case and Maryland governor Wes Moore about how the government and the private sector can work together to solve some of the biggest challenges we face as a society. 

This conversation was recorded live at the 2024 Masters of Scale Summit, an annual experience from the Masters of Scale podcast. Check out weekly episodes of Masters of Scale: https://mastersofscale.com/follow

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Evan Osnos is a staff writer at the New Yorker, where his work spans everything from national politics to foreign affairs. Just days before the election, Osnos joins Preet to talk about the big questions in American political culture: What does patriotism mean in a divided country? How should we confront cruelty? And is there still room for empathy in our politics? 

Plus, Preet offers advice to high school students and to lawyers making the move to private practice.

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For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/election-trump-harris-evan-osnos/ 

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On a new episode of CAFE Insider, Preet and Joyce discuss some worst case scenarios if Trump wins the 2024 presidential election. 

In an excerpt from the show, they discuss potential candidates for Trump’s Attorney General and what might happen to the Justice Department’s rank and file.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss what a second Trump administration might look like, including how Trump might target his political enemies, whether he would invoke the Insurrection Act, and how much further to the right he could push the Supreme Court for decades to come. 

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This week, Preet speaks with renowned entrepreneur Mark Cuban to discuss his complex, decades-long relationship with Donald Trump. They delve into the key issues shaping the upcoming presidential election, breaking down each candidate’s economic proposals and their potential impact on the country’s financial future.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trumpnesia/

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In this excerpt of CAFE Insider, CAFE Contributors Elie Honig and Asha Rangappa discuss the reasons why the U.S. government believes the social media app, TikTok, poses a serious national security threat. 

In the full episode, Elie and Asha break down the bipartisan efforts to ban TikTok in the U.S. and the different lawsuits the company faces—one brought by the federal government arguing TikTok violated child privacy laws and 14 more filed by state attorneys general alleging the app is harming children’s mental health.

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Douglas Brinkley is one of the nation's foremost presidential historians. A professor at Rice University, political commentator, and the author of forty books, Brinkley joins Preet to discuss the historic nature of the upcoming election, and the precedent for a political figure like Donald Trump. 

Plus, ever wondered what’s in that piece of paper the jury hands to the judge before a verdict? Why is Trump heading to Madison Square Garden? What are Rudy Giuliani’s most valuable possessions… and why are they all watches?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/history-election-trump-douglas-brinkley/ 

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On a new episode of CAFE Insider, Joyce Vance is joined by special guest Marc Elias to unpack the election lawsuits that may shape this year's election.

Marc is one of the nation's foremost election attorneys. He's served as election counsel on multiple presidential campaigns, including the Kamala Harris campaign, where he's focusing on potential recounts, post-election litigation, and challenging voter suppression laws across the country.

In an excerpt from the show, Joyce and Marc discuss Donald Trump's history of bringing frivolous lawsuits and how he may do so once again after the election.

In the full episode, Joyce and Marc discuss litigation surrounding mail-in voting, how natural disasters can impact elections, and whether the Supreme Court may have a hand in this year's election outcome. 

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On a special episode of Stay Tuned in Brief, Jesse Weber, anchor and host at the Law & Crime Network, joins former federal prosecutor Elie Honig to discuss the criminal cases of brothers Lyle and Erik Menendez, who were convicted of first-degree murder in the ‘90s for killing their parents. Did they have a legitimate claim of imperfect self-defense based on imminent danger? Should evidence of sexual abuse been fully admissible? And should the emergence of new evidence prompt a reevaluation of the convictions? 

This conversation is part of a new series of episodes that will be exclusively for members of CAFE Insider. Each week, Elie Honig and special guests will tackle one major legal or policy issue, helping you stay informed. To become a member of CAFE Insider and never miss new episodes head to cafe.com/insiderpod. You’ll get access to two full episodes of the podcast each week and other exclusive content.

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Ben Wikler is the chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin—one of the seven battleground states in this extremely competitive presidential election. Hailed as a “winning machine” for Democrats, Wikler joined Preet for a live taping to discuss political humor, third party candidates, and the state of the race in swing states. 

To learn more about WisDems and how to get involved, click here. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/election-swing-states-wisconsin-ben-wikler/ 

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This week, Preet speaks with NBC’s national political correspondent Steve Kornacki about the key swing states in the 2024 election and how to make sense of the latest polls.

Also, Stay Tuned is going live! RSVP here to our live remote taping with Ben Wikler, chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, on 10/15 at 5pm ET.  

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CAFE Contributor Elie Honig is joined by Westchester County, New York District Attorney Mimi Rocah to discuss the criminal indictment of music producer Sean “Diddy” Combs on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. In this excerpt, they discuss the likelihood that associates of Combs will face criminal charges and the decision by prosecutors to include references to salacious evidence in the indictment. Elie also reacts to listener responses to his recent article criticizing special counsel Jack Smith’s brief in his election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

In the full episode, Elie and Mimi further discuss Combs’ indictment, including the impact civil cases filed against Combs had on the criminal investigation and what special considerations go into prosecuting sex trafficking cases.

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As we approach the 2024 presidential election, economic issues have taken center stage. Financial Times columnist Gillian Tett joins Preet to break down each candidate’s economic proposals, examining their potential impact on the U.S. and the global economy. They explore key topics like tariffs, inflation, and how they’ll impact voters. 

Plus, will hurricane season affect the presidential election? What’s Preet’s advice for first year law students? And, what does “The Young Bharara” think about Harris’s chances in November?

In other news, Stay Tuned is going live! RSVP here to our live remote taping with Ben Wikler, chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, taking place on 10/15 at 5pm ET.  

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On a new episode of CAFE Insider, Preet and Joyce discuss special counsel Jack Smith’s brief on presidential immunity in the election interference prosecution of former President Donald Trump. 

In an excerpt from the show, they respond to CAFE Contributor Elie Honig’s article criticizing Smith and Chutkan. Was Chutkan right to make the brief public? Are the allegations in the brief unduly prejudicial against Trump? And was it all politics?

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further respond to Honig’s critiques of Smith and Chutkan. They also analyze the content of Smith’s brief, including the evidence he intends to present at trial and his argument that the charges should survive Trump’s immunity challenges. 

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On the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attack on Israel, Preet speaks with The Atlantic staff writer Franklin Foer about the war in Gaza, the U.S.-led diplomacy, and what the next year may hold for the region. 

Also, Stay Tuned is going live! RSVP here to our live remote taping with Ben Wikler, chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, on 10/15 at 5pm ET.  

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On Tuesday, Governor Tim Walz and Senator JD Vance took the debate stage together for the first and only time. Former speechwriter for President George W. Bush and staff writer at The Atlantic, David Frum, joins Preet to dissect the politest debate of this election season. Will the vice presidential face-off impact the election?

Also, Stay Tuned is going live! RSVP here to our live remote taping with Ben Wikler, chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/vp-debate/

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Nadav Eyal, columnist for Yediot Ahronot, is a prominent Israeli journalist reporting on the conflict in the Middle East. Eyal joins Preet to break down Israel’s so-called pager attack on Hezbollah, how the operation came to be, and its aftermath.

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Years after they published the Mueller investigation findings, lawyers Aaron Zebley and Andrew Goldstein take the public behind the scenes. Zebley has served as an Assistant US Attorney in the Eastern District of Virginia, an FBI agent, and chief of staff to Robert Mueller at the FBI. He’s now a partner at Wilmer Hale. Goldstein is the former chief of the public corruption unit at SDNY, and is now a partner at the law firm Cooley. They’re co-authors of the new book, Interference: The Inside Story of Trump, Russia, and the Mueller Investigation. 

Plus, can prosecutors prove the second would-be assassin’s intent to kill former President Trump? How long is too long for legal briefs? And… can I ask you a question? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-mueller-report-interference-zebley-goldstein/ 

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This week on the CAFE Insider podcast, Joyce Vance is joined by Supreme Court expert Dahlia Lithwick, while Preet is out. Lithwick is a senior editor at Slate, where she writes about the courts and the law, and hosts the legal podcast, Amicus.

In an excerpt from the show, Joyce and Dahlia break down whether the Supreme Court could decide the presidential election.

In the full episode, Joyce and Dahlia discuss high-profile cases on the Court’s docket this term, including disputes over ghost guns, gender-affirming care, the death penalty, and abortion.

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Political strategist and venture capitalist Bradley Tusk joins Preet to discuss the transformative potential of mobile voting. Tusk shares insights from his efforts to implement mobile voting technology, which aims to increase voter turnout and make the democratic process more accessible.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/general/mobilevoting/

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Retired Lieutenant General H.R. McMaster served as former President Donald Trump’s National Security Advisor from 2017 to 2018. In a new book, At War With Ourselves: My Tour of Duty in the Trump White House, McMaster shares his experience working in the Trump Administration. He joins Preet to discuss his impressions of the former President, Trump’s orientation toward global conflict, and the war in Gaza. 

And, will Preet follow Kamala’s advice and attend a Trump rally? Will Trump’s would-be assassin face more federal charges? And what are Preet’s thoughts on Diddy’s indictment? 

Click here for tickets to Preet’s fireside chat about democracy and voter protection with Suits star Gina Torres this Thursday, September 19 in Philadelphia. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-national-security-h-r-mcmaster/

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance are joined by Westchester County District Attorney, Mimi Rocah, to discuss the second apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at his Florida golf course.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– Unsealed charges against six Hamas leaders for their role in planning and carrying out the October 7 attack on Israel last year; and

– Hate crime, solicitation of murder, and terrorism charges filed against two leaders of the Terrorgram Collective terrorist group.

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Max Boot is a historian, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, and a columnist for the Washington Post. Boot joins Preet to discuss his new book, Reagan: His Life and Legend, and how Reagan’s presidency can help us understand the state of the Republican party today.

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On Tuesday, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took the debate stage together for the first time. Longtime political strategists Patti Solis Doyle and Rick Wilson join Preet to discuss the debate’s highlights, Harris’s triumphant performance, and whether it will matter come election day. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/kamala-harris-donald-trump-debate/ 

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Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance speak with Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, in front of a live audience at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin, Texas. Goldberg discusses his new book, On Heroism: McCain, Milley, Mattis, and the Cowardice of Donald Trump, which includes his reporting on Republican leaders and top White House officials who stood up to Trump while he was president, as well as Trump’s controversial statements reportedly calling members of the military “suckers” and “losers.”

In a conversation exclusively for members of CAFE Insider, Goldberg speaks about the media’s approach to covering Trump and the presidential election, and what a second Trump term might look like. To listen to the full interview and get access to all of the exclusive Insider content, become a member at CAFE.com/insider. You can now try the membership for just $1 for one month. CAFE Insiders click HERE to listen.

Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please write to us with your thoughts and questions at [email protected], or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338. This episode was recorded live at the 2024 Texas Tribune Festival in downtown Austin. For recaps from this year's recently concluded event and to stay updated on next year's program, visit TribFest.org.

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Ruchir Sharma is a longtime investor and a contributing editor and columnist for The Financial Times, where he writes about global economics, politics, and policy. Ruchir joins Preet to discuss his latest book, What Went Wrong with Capitalism, and what the election will mean for the economy. 

Plus, can Trump’s public statements be used against him in court? Why didn’t special counsel Jack Smith request the reassignment of judge Aileen Cannon in Trump’s classified docs case? And, is there a place for humor in the courtroom?

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the superseding indictment against former President Donald Trump in the election interference case brought by special counsel Jack Smith in D.C.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– Smith’s brief urging the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to reinstate the charges against Trump in the classified documents case in Florida, which U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon recently threw out; and

– The controversial arrest of Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov in France and the criminal charges accusing him of allowing criminal activity on his messaging app.

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The CAFE team is taking a break from our usual programming this week, but we’re sharing another podcast we think you’ll enjoy.

It’s hosted by Preet’s colleague, Kara Swisher, an award-winning journalist who covers tech, politics, and media.

In this episode, Kara speaks with Ron Klain, the former White House Chief of Staff for President Joe Biden and the Chief Legal Officer for Airbnb. They cover President Biden’s decision to withdraw from the race, the role donors played in forcing Biden’s hand, and the fallout from the disastrous debate in June and accusations that Klain was partly to blame for the president’s poor performance. They also discuss Biden’s legacy and Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. 

It’s another challenging, insightful discussion from one of the best in podcasting. You can listen to more of her show here.

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The DNC just wrapped up a hugely successful week in Chicago. Preet is joined by political strategist and former chief strategist and senior advisor to President Barack Obama, David Axelrod, to discuss convention highlights and what we can expect from the Harris-Walz campaign as we approach election day. Then, Preet speaks with leading presidential historian Michael Beschloss to put this election into perspective. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/dnc-kamala-harris-election-trump-axelrod-beschloss/ 

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In a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara is joined by guest co-host Barb McQuade. Barb served as the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan from 2010 to 2017. She is a CAFE contributor, a law professor at the University of Michigan Law School, and a legal analyst for NBC News & MSNBC.

In an excerpt from the show, Preet and Barb break down the criminal charges filed against five individuals, including two doctors, in connection with the ketamine overdose death of Friends actor Matthew Perry.

In the full episode, Preet and Barb discuss:

– Former President Donald Trump’s request to postpone sentencing for his Manhattan conviction and Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg’s decision to defer the matter to the judge; 

– Trump’s lawsuit against the Department of Justice seeking $100 million in damages from the FBI’s Mar-a-Lago search; 

– Newly released government records revealing Hunter Biden solicited U.S. government assistance relating to international business deals while his father, Joe Biden, was Vice President; and 

– Former Rep. George Santos’s guilty plea to wire fraud and identity theft charges.

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Karim Sadjadpour is a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, where he focuses on Iran and U.S. foreign policy toward the Middle East. He joins Preet to discuss Israel’s recent assassinations in Iran and Lebanon, the inner workings of the Iranian regime, and America’s four-front Cold War. 

Plus, what is former president Donald Trump’s connection to Egypt? And, what’s holding up Trump’s classified documents case in Florida?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/iran-israel-gaza-war-karim-sadjadpour/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down California Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order directing state officials to disband homeless encampments. Newsom’s directive followed a Supreme Court ruling that a local Oregon ordinance criminalizing public encampments did not violate the 8th Amendment’s ban on “cruel and unusual punishment.”

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– The possible legal ramifications if former President Donald Trump decides to replace his running mate, Senator JD Vance; 

– U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan’s decision-making and scheduling now that she has regained control over the election interference case against Trump brought by special counsel Jack Smith, and her order rejecting Trump’s motion to dismiss the indictment for selective and vindictive prosecution; and

– The U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of a long-shot effort by the state of Missouri to block Trump’s gag order and sentencing in his Manhattan case.

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Justin Wolfers is a professor of economics and public policy at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan and a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution. Wolfers joins Preet to discuss the state of the economy and how the upcoming election could impact the markets. 

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Bob Bauer is a professor at NYU Law School, President Biden’s personal attorney, and former White House Counsel to President Obama. He joins Preet to discuss the dangers of unchecked presidential power, the true potential of SCOTUS reforms, and his book, The Unraveling: Reflections on Politics without Ethics and Democracy in Crisis. 

And in lieu of the typical Q&A, Preet speaks with Mark Leibovich, a staff writer at The Atlantic and an expert on national politics, about Kamala Harris’s decision to name Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/tim-walz-kamala-harris-leibovich-bauer/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of CAFE Insider, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s decision to revoke a plea deal that would have allowed Khalid Shaikh Mohammad, the man accused of plotting al-Qaeda's 9/11 attack, to avoid the death penalty. 

In the full podcast, exclusively for members of CAFE Insider, Preet and Joyce are joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Carol Leonnig, who, along with her team at the Washington Post, recently uncovered a secret criminal investigation into whether former President Donald Trump received money from the Egyptian government in violation of campaign finance laws. Leonnig, author of the book, Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service, also speaks about the Secret Service failures that led to the Trump assassination attempt. 

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Elliott Abrams is a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. He previously served as deputy assistant to the president and deputy national security advisor under President George W. Bush, and as Special Representative for Iran and Venezuela under President Donald Trump. Abrams joins Preet to discuss the recent presidential election in Venezuela, the outlook for its authoritarian leader, Nicolas Maduro, and how the U.S. can help salvage a country in crisis. 

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Joanne Freeman is a professor of American History at Yale University and a leading expert on U.S. political history. Joanne joins Preet to discuss political violence, historic presidential races, and how our country’s past might inform what happens next in this election season.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/joanne-freeman-elections-kamala-harris-biden-trump-violence-democracy/

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down President Joe Biden’s proposal for term limits for Supreme Court justices.

In the full episode, they further discuss Biden’s proposed Supreme Court reforms, including an ethics code and a Constitutional amendment declaring that former presidents do not have immunity from criminal prosecution.

Preet and Joyce also analyze the developments in former President Donald Trump’s criminal cases:

– Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg’s brief urging a New York judge to uphold Trump’s Manhattan conviction, arguing the Supreme Court’s recent immunity decision has no bearing on the case; 

– Next steps once U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan regains control of Trump’s prosecution in the D.C. election interference case following the Supreme Court immunity ruling; and 

– Special counsel Jack Smith’s forthcoming appeal of U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon’s order dismissing the charges against Trump in the classified documents case.

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Doug Emhoff, husband to Vice President Kamala Harris, is the Second Gentleman of the United States. He joins Preet Bharara to discuss what the past few days have been like for him and the Vice President, the campaign challenges ahead, and his advocacy work around reproductive rights and antisemitism.

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Jonathan Karl is the Chief Washington Correspondent for ABC News and the co-anchor of This Week. He’s also the author of Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party. Karl joins Preet to discuss this historic presidential election, and the path forward for Kamala Harris to defeat Donald Trump. 

Plus, Preet is now a music producer. Check out Zeshan B’s new album, “O Say, Can You See.” Vinyls of the album are available for purchase here.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/kamala-harris-trump-election-jonathan-karl/ 

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On a special episode of Stay Tuned, Preet Bharara is joined by his CAFE Insider co-host and former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance and UCLA law professor and founder of Election Law Blog Rick Hasen to discuss the legal dilemmas stemming from President Joe Biden’s decision to exit the presidential race. Could Republican legal challenges interfere with the election? And, if Vice President Kamala Harris becomes the Democratic nominee, does she inherit Biden’s war chest?

In the bonus, exclusively for members of CAFE Insider, Preet and Joyce discuss the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle after her testimony before the House Oversight Committee about the failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. Sign up to listen. 

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Alex Thompson is a National Political Correspondent for Axios and the author of a forthcoming book about Joe Biden. He joins Preet to discuss President Joe Biden’s decision to abandon his reelection bid, how Vice President Kamala Harris will meet this moment, and the reaction from the Trump campaign. 

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Jeh Johnson is the former Secretary of Homeland Security and is currently a partner at the law firm Paul Weiss. Jeh joins former US Attorney Joyce Vance to discuss the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump and how the multiple investigations could unfold. 

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Ezra Klein is a columnist at the New York Times and the host of The Ezra Klein Show. He joins Preet to discuss the big question: what should Democrats do to prevail in the 2024 presidential election? 

Plus, what can we make of Judge Aileen Cannon’s decision to dismiss Donald Trump’s classified documents case? Could it be refiled? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/biden-trump-vance-election-ezra-klein/ 

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On a special episode of Stay Tuned, Preet Bharara is joined by his CAFE Insider co-host and former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance and former NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Intelligence & Counterterrorism John Miller. They discuss the failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. How did Secret Service failures enable a gunman to target the former President? And what will the FBI investigation entail?

In the bonus, exclusively for members of CAFE Insider, Preet and Joyce discuss federal district court Judge Aileen Cannon’s decision to dismiss Trump’s classified documents case in Florida. Sign up to listen. 

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Ian Bremmer is the founder and president of GZERO Media and Eurasia Group, a political risk research and consulting firm. He joins Preet to discuss the elections making waves in France, the UK, and, of course, the United States. 

Plus, do prosecutors make good leaders? What do concurring opinions mean in practice? And where is the line between official and unofficial acts for purposes of presidential immunity?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/ian-bremmer-biden-france-uk-election/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the delay of former President Donald Trump’s sentencing in Manhattan, as he seeks to overturn his conviction in light of the Supreme Court’s recent immunity decision.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: 

– The many legal questions surrounding President Joe Biden’s campaign following his debate with Trump; 

– The recent Supreme Court decision that will make it more difficult for federal prosecutors to bring corruption charges against public officials; and 

– The indictment of former Uvalde, Texas School District Police Chief Pete Arredondo in connection with the failed police response to the 2022 school shooting.

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Noah Feldman is professor at Harvard Law School, a columnist for Bloomberg Opinion, and a nationally recognized expert on religion and the law. He joins Preet to discuss Louisiana’s new law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, and why religious laws are on the rise. 

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On a special episode of Stay Tuned, Preet Bharara is joined by his CAFE Insider co-host and former U.S. Attorney, Joyce Vance, CAFE contributor and CNN senior legal analyst, Elie Honig, and CAFE contributor and NYU law school professor of constitutional law and administrative law, Rachel Barkow. They break down the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity and the implications for the Trump criminal prosecutions. Why did the Court rule in favor of Trump? Will special counsel Jack Smith’s case against Trump be able to move forward? And how might the decision impact Trump’s New York conviction and the charges against him in Georgia and Florida?

They also discuss other high-profile Supreme Court rulings related to January 6 prosecutions and the so-called “administrative state.” 

In the bonus, exclusively for members of CAFE Insider, Preet and the group analyze the Supreme Court ruling that preserved, for now, access to emergency abortions. Sign up to listen.

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Mark Leibovich is a staff writer for The Atlantic and a political analyst for NBC and MSNBC. Mark joins Preet to discuss the first presidential debate of this election season between President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump.

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Steve Vladeck is a law professor at the University of Texas School of Law and a leading expert on constitutional law and federal courts. He joins Preet to analyze the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Rahimi, emerging jurisprudential trends, and the future of its conservative wing. They also discuss the new Louisiana law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments in their classrooms.

Plus, what are dicta? Can the President alone reform the Supreme Court? And what’s going on with Julian Assange? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/supreme-court-steve-vladeck/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the new Louisiana law requiring public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments. They also preview the ACLU’s lawsuit challenging the law under the First Amendment.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: 

– The Florida hearings during which District Judge Aileen Cannon appeared skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s arguments challenging special counsel Jack Smith’s appointment as unlawful; and

– A federal judge’s order freezing enforcement of Iowa’s controversial immigration law, which makes it a state crime to enter the country, and the state of Iowa, illegally.

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Dahlia Lithwick is a lawyer, journalist and best-selling author. She is also the host of Slate’s podcast, Amicus, about the law and the Supreme Court. Dahlia joins Preet to discuss the different methods of constitutional interpretation and how one doctrine in particular has taken over this Supreme Court.

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Melissa Murray is a leading expert in constitutional law, family law, and reproductive rights, and a professor at the New York University School of Law. She joins Preet to analyze the Supreme Court’s recent decision to strike down a federal ban on bump-stocks. They also discuss the Court’s history, its public legitimacy, and its future. 

Plus, can our institutions constrain Donald Trump if he is re-elected? And what happens if he self-pardons? 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the lawsuit filed by the ACLU against the Biden administration challenging the President’s recent executive order that cuts off asylum protections for many individuals who cross the U.S.-Mexico border illegally.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss recent Supreme Court decisions: 

– The dismissal of a case that sought to restrict access to the abortion pill Mifepristone, where the justices unanimously ruled that the challengers lacked standing to bring the lawsuit; and

– The ruling striking down the federal ban on bump stocks, the semiautomatic rifle attachments that enable rifles to shoot at a faster rate.

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Trevor Morrison is a professor of law and Dean Emeritus at New York University School of Law. As the Supreme Court continues to hand down consequential opinions this month, Morrison joins Preet to discuss the long-awaited decision concerning the abortion drug Mifepristone, and a second case concerning whether the First Amendment protects an individual's right to trademark the catchphrase "Trump too small."

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George Packer is a staff writer at The Atlantic, and has been writing about politics and culture for over two decades. His recent reporting focuses on what he calls the “most American city.” Packer joins Preet to discuss climate change, political division, and the durability of the American project. 

Plus, how did the jury in Hunter Biden’s federal trial reach the guilty verdict so quickly? And, will Steve Bannon ever complete his jail sentence?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/george-packer-phoenix-climate-immigration-trump/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss Hunter Biden’s conviction on three federal gun charges, highlights from the trial, and issues he is expected to raise on appeal. They also look ahead to sentencing.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: 

– The developments in former President Donald Trump’s classified documents prosecution in Florida, including Federal District Judge Aileen Cannon’s decisions that have delayed the proceedings, special counsel Jack Smith’s gag order request, and Trump’s motions to dismiss the charges;

– Former President Donald Trump’s request to be released from the gag order in his Manhattan prosecution now that a verdict has been reached; and

– The decision by a federal judge ordering former Trump White House chief strategist Steve Bannon to report to prison on July 1 to serve a four-month sentence for his contempt of Congress conviction.

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Danny Cevallos is a criminal defense attorney and legal analyst for MSNBC. He joins Preet to discuss the charges against President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, key takeaways from the trial, and how the case could affect Joe Biden’s reelection campaign. 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss former President Donald Trump’s expected appeal of his New York state conviction of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. What are Trump’s strongest arguments on appeal? And will the case eventually end up before the U.S. Supreme Court?

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss the aftermath of Trump’s felony conviction, including the sentencing process and the disinformation being spread by Trump and his allies about the judicial process and trial. They also break down the federal charges against Hunter Biden, for which he is standing trial in Delaware. 

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Shari Seidman Diamond is one of the country’s foremost experts on the jury deliberations process. A professor at the Pritzker School of Law at Northwestern and a research professor at the American Bar Foundation, she joins Preet to discuss the Trump jury, the psychology of juror decision-making, and how juries promote impartiality. 

Note: This conversation was recorded on Thursday, May 30th, shortly before the Trump jury reached its verdict. 

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A Manhattan jury convicted former President Donald Trump of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. The guilty verdict marks the first time in U.S. history that a former president has been found guilty of a crime, and it also makes Trump the first presidential candidate to run as a convicted felon.

On a special episode of Stay Tuned, Preet is joined by his CAFE Insider co-host and former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama Joyce Vance, CAFE Contributor and CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig, and Westchester County District Attorney Mimi Rocah.

They discuss the historic verdict, reflect on the trial, and look ahead to sentencing and appeal arguments. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-verdict-guilty-on-all-counts/

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Nicholas Kristof is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist for the New York Times and an author. He has spent his career covering some of the most gruesome and cruel human rights abuses and has used his biweekly column to shine a light on global poverty, sex trafficking, and public health. 

His new memoir, Chasing Hope: A Reporter’s Life, details his near-death experiences as a foreign correspondent, the many moral dilemmas journalists must navigate, and the lessons he has learned as a chronicler of humanity. 

Plus, thoughts on the prosecution’s summation in Trump’s Manhattan trial, jury nullification, and Allen charges.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trump-trial-closes-life-in-journalism-nicholas-kristof/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the closing arguments in former President Donald Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial. Did Trump defense attorney Todd Blanche successfully discredit Michael Cohen’s testimony and the prosecution’s case?

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss the closing arguments. They also assess the likelihood of the jury returning a split verdict, convicting Trump on some counts but acquitting him on others.

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Frank Bruni is a contributing opinion writer at the New York Times and an author. His latest book is called The Age of Grievance. He joins Preet to discuss how grievance has transformed our civic discourse, the new currency of victimhood, and why humility is the best antidote.

Plus, Joyce Vance, co-host of the CAFE Insider podcast, and Elie Honig, CAFE contributor and CNN legal analyst, discuss the latest trial updates as the Manhattan DA’s office wraps up its case against former president Donald Trump.

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the cross-examination of former President Donald Trump’s former lawyer and fixer, Michael Cohen, during Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial. Has Trump’s legal team effectively undermined Cohen’s credibility? And how did prosecutors attempt to reaffirm their case on redirect? 

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss Cohen’s testimony. They also break down the dramatic testimony by Robert Costello, a lawyer who once advised Cohen, and preview next week’s closing arguments.

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Ben Brafman, one of the country’s premier defense attorneys, has represented numerous high-profile clients, including Sean “P. Diddy” Combs, Michael Jackson, Dominique Strauss-Kahn, and Martin Shkreli. He joins Preet to discuss the defense strategy in Donald Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial. 

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Katie Phang is an attorney and the host of MSNBC’s “The Katie Phang Show.” She joins Preet to discuss the latest news from Donald Trump’s Manhattan hush money trial, including the testimony this week by key witness for the prosecution, Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney, fixer, and friend. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/michael-cohen-testimony-katie-phang/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the testimony of former President Donald Trump’s former lawyer, Michael Cohen, during Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial. How important is Cohen’s testimony for the prosecution’s case? And will the jury find him credible?

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss Michael Cohen’s testimony at Trump’s trial. They also break down testimony by adult film star Stormy Daniels and the presiding judge’s rejection of Trump’s requests to declare a mistrial.

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Michael Kruse is a senior staff writer at Politico. He joins Preet to discuss Roy Cohn, the disgraced and disbarred lawyer, who was one of Donald Trump’s early attorneys, mentors, and friends. 

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David Ignatius is a foreign affairs columnist at The Washington Post and a bestselling spy thriller novelist. He joins Preet to discuss the space arms race, the technology of the wars in Ukraine and Gaza, and his newest novel, Phantom Orbit. 

Plus, Preet’s thoughts on Stormy Daniels’ testimony and whether Trump’s gag order violations will land him in jail. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/david-ignatius-ukraine-gaza-stormy-daniels-testimony-space-wars/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the testimony by adult film star Stormy Daniels during former President Donald Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial. How important is her testimony for the prosecution’s case? And how might Trump’s attorneys undercut her credibility on cross-examination? 

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss Trump’s trial, including testimony by former Trump campaign press secretary Hope Hicks, former Trump Organization controller Jeffrey McConney, and Trump Organization accounting department employee Deborah Tarasoff. They also discuss Judge Merchan’s decision to fine Trump $1,000 for another gag order violation and his warning that future violations could result in jail time.

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Jane Manning is a former sex crimes prosecutor and the director of Women’s Equal Justice, an organization that helps surivors of sexual assault navigate the criminal justice system. She joins Preet to discuss the recent overturning of Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape conviction and what it means for the future sex crimes prosecutions, Weinstein, and even Trump. 

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David Sanger is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, serving as the White House and National Security Correspondent for The New York Times, where he’s worked for over four decades. His latest book is New Cold Wars: China's Rise, Russia's Invasion, and America's Struggle to Defend the West. He joins Preet to discuss how the U.S. has grappled with international conflict, trade, war, and power over the last few decades. 

Plus, how do jurors remember everything from trial? What are “prior bad acts” and what’s their connection to Trump’s Manhattan trial and Harvey Weinstein’s appeal? And, what is Preet’s favorite movie about the law?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/david-sanger-foreign-policy-israel-russia/ 

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In an excerpt from a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss a Manhattan judge’s decision to hold former President Donald Trump in contempt and to fine him $9,000 for violating a gag order in his criminal trial. They also discuss the testimony by the prosecution’s first trial witness, former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker, who detailed the “catch-and-kill” scheme used to suppress salacious stories about Trump during the 2016 election.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss Trump’s Manhattan trial, including the testimony by Trump’s former assistant Rhona Graff, and a financial executive who worked for Michael Cohen, Gary Farro. They also break down the decision by New York’s highest court to overturn disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 sex crimes conviction on the basis that some evidence was improperly allowed to be presented at trial, and the Supreme Court oral arguments on Trump’s immunity defense in the election subversion case brought by special counsel Jack Smith.

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Scott Galloway is an entrepreneur, professor of marketing at NYU Stern School of Business, podcaster, and author. In his fifth and latest book, The Algebra of Wealth: A Simple Formula for Financial Security, Galloway shares insights on how to succeed in the United States’s current economic system. Galloway joins Preet to discuss how to build wealth, the difference between being rich and being wealthy, and the importance of investing in relationships.

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Jack Goldsmith is a professor at Harvard Law School, a former U.S. Assistant Attorney General, and the co-founder of Lawfare, an online national security publication. He joins Preet to discuss oral arguments yesterday before the Supreme Court about whether former President Donald Trump should be immune from criminal prosecution for actions taken while in office. 

Plus, Preet answers listener questions about Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/trumps-scotus-immunity-jack-goldsmith/ 

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On a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the start of former President Donald Trump’s hush money criminal trial in Manhattan, the first ever criminal trial of a former president in United States history. In a free excerpt from the show, they break down the opening statements.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss the Trump trial, including the judge’s pre-trial rulings on what evidence may be introduced to impeach Trump’s credibility if he testifies and the takeaways from the quick jury selection process.

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Ray Takeyh, a leading expert on Iran, is a senior fellow for Middle East studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. He’s also the author of several books on Iran and previously served as senior advisor on Iran at the State Department. Takeyh joins Preet to discuss the recent escalation of direct military attacks between Iran and Israel, where the Middle East is headed, and the United States’ role in the region. 

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Rikki Klieman is a CBS News legal analyst, attorney, and best-selling author. She joins Preet to discuss the start of trial this week in the Manhattan DA’s hush money prosecution of Donald Trump. They cover jury selection, general trial analysis and predictions, and how defense attorneys can wrangle difficult clients like Trump. 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/?p=43386&preview=true 

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On a new episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the start of former President Donald Trump’s hush money criminal trial in Manhattan, the first ever criminal trial of a former president in United States history. In a free excerpt from the show, they break down the challenges associated with selecting a jury for this high-profile case.

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Mimi Rocah is the District Attorney for Westchester County and a former federal prosecutor. She joins Joyce Vance to discuss the procedure and strategy of jury selection. They preview what we can expect from the start of former President Donald Trump’s hush money prosecution, brought by Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg. 

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Doris Kearns Goodwin is a Pulitzer Prize-winning presidential historian and author of the new book, An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s, which explores the decade through the memories of her late husband, Dick Goodwin, a political advisor and speechwriter to Presidents JFK and LBJ. She joins Preet to discuss uncovering a decade of personal and political history, the spirit of the 60s, and lessons from America’s complicated past. 

Plus, how might a conviction change the public’s perception of Trump? And, is there a chance Trump successfully delays the start of his Manhattan DA's hush money trial? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/doris-kearns-goodwin-unfinished-love-history-politics/ 

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Felix Salmon is the chief financial correspondent for Axios. He joins Preet to discuss the volatile stock market debut of Trump Media, trading under the ticker DJT. They cover meme stocks, Trump’s net worth, and Trump’s ever-expanding docket of lawsuits. 

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Evan Osnos is a staff writer at The New Yorker and expert on all things Joe Biden. Osnos first appeared on Stay Tuned in 2021 after publishing a biography of the President. Osnos is now back to discuss what’s happening behind the scenes on the 2024 campaign trail, from the effort to win over young voters to marketing Biden’s economic wins. 

Plus, how involved will Fulton County DA Fani Willis be in her case against Trump? And, what exactly is standing?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/evan-osnos-trump-biden-election-campaign/ 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the gag order imposed on former President Donald Trump in the hush money prosecution in Manhattan. The gag order initially prevented Trump from criticizing witnesses, court staff, and jurors, but was recently expanded to also cover the judge’s and DA’s families after Trump made a series of social media posts attacking the judge’s daughter.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce break down:

– Reporting that Fulton County DA Fani Willis plans to take a lead role in trying the Trump election subversion prosecution in Georgia; 

– The Supreme Court oral arguments in a case that threatens to scale back access to the abortion drug Mifepristone; and

– Former special counsel Robert Hur’s recent testimony at a Congressional hearing about his report on President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents.

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Mary Ziegler is a law professor and expert on the law and politics of reproductive freedom. She joins Preet to discuss a recent ruling by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals that a federal program providing confidential family planning services cannot treat minors in Texas without parental consent. They break down the state and federal laws at issue, how this case might foreshadow future challenges to the right to contraception, and what to expect from the Supreme Court when it rules on nationwide access to mifepristone, the medication used in almost two-thirds of U.S. abortions.

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Fareed Zakaria is the host of CNN’s Fareed Zakaria GPS and a foreign affairs columnist at the Washington Post. He joins Preet to discuss his new book Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present, and how this current moment of global political fracture mirrors societal upheavals of the past. 

Plus, could the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals remove Judge Cannon on its own accord? Will the Manhattan DA’s trial against Trump actually start on April 15th? And, what are Preet’s thoughts on the relationship between AI and democracy?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/fareed-zakaria-revolutions-book-politics/ 

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Lauren Feiner is a senior policy reporter for The Verge. She joins Preet to discuss the House’s recent vote to ban TikTok if it remains under Chinese ownership. They analyze US national security concerns, the legal challenges a ban might face, and the bill’s potential fate in the Senate. 

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Vinod Khosla, legendary venture capitalist and entrepreneur, joins Preet to discuss the future of AI, the trouble with predictions, and how to bet big on the right founder. 

Plus, does Trump have to file for bankruptcy? How often are prosecutors “conflicted” off a case? And will the real Preet Bharara please stand up? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/innovation-artificial-intelligence-vinod-khosla/

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss the 30-day adjournment of former President Donald Trump’s trial in the Manhattan DA’s hush money case as Trump’s lawyers review new evidence provided to them by federal prosecutors.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce break down:

– A judge’s decision to permit Trump’s former lawyer Michael Cohen to testify at Trump’s Manhattan trial; 

– The resignation of a special prosecutor handling Trump’s Fulton County, Georgia prosecution after a judge ruled that DA Fani Willis could remain on the case only if the prosecutor, with whom she had a romantic relationship, stepped down; and

– A federal judge’s rejection of one of Trump’s motions to dismiss the Mar-a-Lago documents prosecution.

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How might AI infringe on intellectual property and personality rights? And could AI replace Preet as the host of Stay Tuned? 

This is the final episode of a Stay Tuned miniseries, “AI on Trial,” featuring Preet Bharara in conversation with Nita Farahany, professor of law and philosophy at Duke University.

Preet and Nita discuss the hypothetical case of an artificial intelligence chatbot that impersonates Preet as the host of a copycat podcast, Stay Tuned with Bot Bharara. The unauthorized chatbot was trained on everything Preet has ever said or written online. Can Preet protect his intellectual property rights? Is the law on the real Preet’s side, or is it time to surrender to an AI-dominated world and collaborate with the bot?

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Mark Leibovich is a leading political analyst, journalist, and author, currently writing for The Atlantic. He joined Preet live at SXSW to break down the state of play in the Biden-Trump presidential rematch—from Super Tuesday results, to recent polling, to the State of the Union address. 

Plus, special counsel Robert Hur’s testimony before the House Judiciary Committee, what happens if Judge Aileen Cannon moves to dismiss charges against Trump, and what a stay order really means.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/the-biden-trump-rematch-with-mark-leibovich/

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How might AI impact our elections? 

This is the second episode of a Stay Tuned miniseries, “AI on Trial,” featuring Preet Bharara in conversation with Nita Farahany, professor of law and philosophy at Duke University.

Preet and Nita discuss the hypothetical case of a hotly-contested Senate race. The campaigns are derailed when the leading candidate is accused of using AI to create fake videos that burnish his performance and hurt his opponent. Do existing laws, policies, and government agencies sufficiently safeguard our political process, and if not, what needs to happen to protect democracy in time for the real presidential election in November?

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David Lat is a lawyer-turned-writer, who publishes a weekly newsletter on Substack titled “Original Jurisdiction.” He joins Preet to discuss the federal judiciary, Trump’s many trials, and the free speech controversies roiling universities and law schools around the country. 

Plus, what would a Trump DOJ look like the second time around? How will SCOTUS’ decision to consider the presidential immunity issue affect Trump’s trial calendar? And can an AI chatbot testify in court? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/david-lat-federal-judges-trump-trials-supreme-court-free-speech/

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling that states cannot disqualify former President Donald Trump from the ballot for his role in the January 6 insurrection and seeking to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss the Supreme Court’s decision, including Justice Clarence Thomas’s decision not to recuse himself from the matter and speculation that Justice Sonia Sotomayor initially planned to dissent from the ruling. They also analyze the Court’s decision to grant review of Trump’s immunity defense in the election subversion criminal prosecution and Trump’s increasingly busy trial calendar in the lead-up to the November election.

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What happens when an AI chatbot takes part in a crime?

This is the first episode of a Stay Tuned miniseries, “AI on Trial,” featuring Preet Bharara in conversation with Nita Farahany, professor of law and philosophy at Duke University.  

Preet and Nita discuss the hypothetical case of a nurse who is caught stealing medications and redistributing them to people living in poverty. As it turns out, an artificial intelligence chatbot, who the nurse is in love with, aided her crimes and coerced her into carrying them out. How might the AI’s assistance impact the nurse’s criminal liability and a potential prosecution? And how do we even begin to think about the idea of holding the AI itself accountable for the harm it causes?

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Barb McQuade is the former US Attorney from Michigan, and current University of Michigan Law School professor, NBC legal analyst, and Cafe contributor. She joins Preet to discuss her new book, Attack from Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America, and how false information has become a serious threat to national security. 

Plus, the latest Trump gag order and the Mayorkas impeachment.

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/barb-mcquade-trump-disinformation-book/ 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are children under state law, and individuals may be held liable for destroying them.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss the latest developments in former President Donald Trump’s criminal prosecutions:

– Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg’s request for a partial gag order against Trump in the hush money prosecution, citing his history of attacking those involved in legal proceedings against him; and

– Trump’s motions to dismiss the Mar-a-Lago documents charges, based on the Presidential Records Act and presidential immunity, in addition to challenging special counsel Jack Smith’s appointment.

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Dr. Evelyn Farkas is the Executive Director of the McCain Institute and the former deputy assistant secretary of defense for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia. She joins Preet to discuss the two-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine, Donald Trump’s pro-Russia legacy in the GOP, and the outlook for defeating Putin. 

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Jake Tapper is a journalist, news anchor for CNN, and author. He joins Preet to discuss his new six-part series on CNN, United States of Scandal, what to expect in the 2024 presidential election, and the ongoing wars between Israel and Hamas and Russia and Ukraine.

Plus, how does the Supreme Court decide which cases to hear? And, did the campaign calendar influence Trump’s criminal trial date in New York? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/jake-tapper-show-scandal-politics-trump-israel-russia/

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Alexandra Hudson is a writer, public speaker, and the author of The Soul of Civility: Timeless Principles to Heal Society and Ourselves. She joins Preet to discuss her book, the difference between politeness and civility, and the many figures that have inspired her—from Martin Luther King, Jr. to Larry David.

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Former Senator and two-time NBA champion Bill Bradley joins Preet to talk about his new one-man show, Rolling Along. In it, he reflects on his life’s path and the lessons he learned along the way about basketball, politics, and our shared humanity.  

Plus, how did Special Counsel Hur’s report go public? What happens if Trump is convicted and then elected? And finally, what’s a motion for reconsideration? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/bill-bradley-rolling-along-film-nba/ 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down special counsel Robert Hur’s report detailing his findings from the investigation into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents. 

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss Hur’s report. They also analyze the Supreme Court oral arguments in the case challenging former President Donald Trump’s eligibility to run for president again based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, and Trump’s petition asking the Supreme Court to temporarily freeze proceedings in the election subversion case while he continues to litigate the question of a former president’s immunity from criminal prosecution.

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Ajay Banga is the president of the World Bank, which aims to support innovation in developing countries. He was previously the CEO and president of Mastercard. Banga and Preet discuss the function of the bank and its shift to focus on climate change and pandemics. 

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Jared Cohen is the author of the new book “Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House.” The book explores how former presidents—from Thomas Jefferson to George Bush—transition after reaching the height of power. Cohen joins me to discuss the lives of these seven men and what we can learn from them about power, change, and purpose. 

Plus, will Trump appeal the DC Circuit Court of Appeals’s decision in his absolute immunity defense to the Supreme Court? And, what should we make of Fulton County DA Fani Willis’s response to the relationship allegations between her and special prosecutor Nathan Wade? 

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/jared-cohen-life-after-power-book/

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that former presidents, including Donald Trump, are not absolutely immune from criminal prosecution.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss the court’s decision, including the rationale for why Trump’s double jeopardy arguments fail and whether Trump will appeal the ruling to the Supreme Court. 

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The Supreme Court will hear a case about whether a city in Oregon can ban unhoused people from camping on public property without violating the 8th Amendment’s cruel and usual punishment clause. Abbie VanSickle, who covers the Supreme Court at the New York Times, joins Preet to discuss the merits of the case and how a decision could impact public policy on homelessness. 

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Garrett Graff is a journalist and the author of UFO: The Inside Story of the US Government's Search for Alien Life Here—and Out There. He joins Preet to discuss what alien contact might look like, the viral nature of conspiracy theories, and the recent national resurgence in UFO interest. 

Plus, what will come of an investigation into DA Fani Willis’s alleged relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade? What happens if a convicted defendant wins the presidential election? And will E. Jean Carroll see any of the money she was awarded in her defamation suit against Trump?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: cafe.com/stay-tuned/imagining-alien-contact-with-garrett-graff/

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Supreme Court’s ruling permitting Border Patrol to cut the razor wire installed by the National Guard, at the direction of Texas Governor Greg Abbott, along the Rio Grande at the U.S.-Mexico border. The justices are wading into a dispute over whether the federal government has exclusive authority to enforce immigration law or if states, like Texas, may set their own immigration policies.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– A New York jury’s verdict ordering former President Donald Trump to pay writer E. Jean Carroll $83.3 million for defaming her after she accused him of rape; and

– Former Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro’s four-month prison sentence for defying a January 6 House committee subpoena.

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Earlier this month, the Supreme Court agreed to consider whether the federal Emergency Medical Treatment & Labor Act (EMTALA) requires doctors to perform emergency abortions in states that have passed strict anti-abortion laws. Steve Vladeck, a law professor and Supreme Court expert, and Dr. Dara Kass, an emergency medicine physician, join Preet to discuss these pending cases, and what a ruling could mean for doctors and pregnant patients. 

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Karen Tumulty is a political columnist for The Washington Post who was on the ground for last week’s Iowa Republican caucuses and this week’s New Hampshire presidential primary. She joins Preet from Manchester, New Hampshire, to talk about why Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have been unable to dethrone Trump and what the early effective end to the primary season says about this fraught election year. 

Plus, could we see additional charges brought against Trump related to classified documents held at his property in New Jersey? How do lawyers deal with out-of-control clients like Donald Trump? And, why won’t Special Counsel Jack Smith speak of the 2024 election in his 2020 election interference case filings addressing the timing of the forthcoming trial?

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: cafe.com/stay-tuned/report-from-new-hampshire-with-karen-tumulty/

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance assess the quality of the legal representation former President Donald Trump is receiving from lawyer Alina Habba in the E. Jean Carroll defamation trial, offering some lessons on courtroom procedure along the way.  

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss Trump’s arguments in a Supreme Court brief asking the justices to overturn the Colorado Supreme Court decision disqualifying him from the presidential election ballot based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment.

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Over the last few weeks, the US and UK conducted military strikes in Yemen after repeated attacks by a group called the Houthis on US-allied ships in the Red Sea. Former CIA Director John Brennan joins Preet to discuss the history of the Houthis, the influence of Iran, and the threat level for US national security. 

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Dexter Filkins is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and staff writer at the New Yorker. He joins Preet to discuss his reporting on the southern border, where a record number of migrants are crossing into the US seeking asylum. The surge has overwhelmed federal, state, and city officials, posing a significant challenge for the Biden Administration. 

Plus, what to make of judges consuming news relevant to their cases and the concerns over Judge Cannon delaying the trial in the Trump classified documents case. 

Don’t miss the Insider Bonus, where Preet asks Dexter a complicated moral question about American immigration policy. To listen, become a member of CAFE Insider for $1 for the first month. Head to cafe.com/insider.  

For show notes and a transcript of the episode head to: https://cafe.com/stay-tuned/biden-and-the-border-with-dexter-filkins/ 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the arguments made by a Trump co-defendant in Georgia accusing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis of engaging in an improper relationship with a lead prosecutor in the case.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– The closing arguments in former President Donald Trump’s New York civil fraud trial, and Trump’s in-court speech criticizing the case;

– Trump’s motions to dismiss the Georgia criminal charges, citing presidential immunity and double jeopardy violations; and

– Federal prosecutors’ new public corruption allegations against Senator Bob Menendez, including a bribery scheme involving Qatar.

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To honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Preet talks with Dr. Clayborne Carson, the former director of the King Papers Project and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute, about Dr. King’s iconic 1963 Letter from Birmingham Jail. 

Preet and Dr. Carson explore the road that Dr. King took to write the letter, the unique and powerful lyricism of King’s prose, and what we can learn from King’s words today. 

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Ian Bremmer, founder and president of Eurasia Group, joins Preet to discuss Eurasia Group’s annual “Top Risks” report. Preet and Ian discuss the specter of the 2024 presidential election, the risks of ungoverned Artificial Intelligence, and the ongoing crises in the Middle East – and they review whether Ian’s 2023 risk predictions hold up. 

Plus, did DOJ violate the stay in the Trump election subversion criminal case? How does the OLC memo prohibiting the federal indictment of a sitting president affect Trump’s arguments about post-presidential absolute immunity? And, what are the implications of a potential SCOTUS overturning of Maine’s and Colorado’s ballot disqualifications of Trump?

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the oral arguments heard by a panel of D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals judges on former President Donald Trump’s claims of absolute immunity in the election subversion criminal case.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss the efforts in multiple states seeking to disqualify Trump from running for president again by citing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, including the Supreme Court’s decision to grant review of the ruling that barred Trump from the Colorado Republican primary ballot.

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A Washington D.C. jury recently ordered Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million to two election workers who he defamed after the 2020 election. Michael Gottlieb, who represented plaintiffs Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss in the litigation, joins Preet to discuss the significance of his clients’ victory and to detail what happens now to the former Trump attorney. 

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Tim Alberta is a staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism. He joins Preet to discuss the modern evangelical movement, the Republican party, and his family’s own relationship with Christianity. 

Plus, how federal sentencing guidelines are decided, the differences between misdemeanors and felonies, and the distinction between a criminal indictment and a criminal information. 

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In this special episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, Joyce Vance interviews Rachel Barkow, while Preet is out. Barkow, who recently became a CAFE contributor, is a professor at NYU Law School and author of Prisoners of Politics: Breaking the Cycle of Mass Incarceration. She also served on the U.S. Sentencing Commission from 2013 to 2019.

In this excerpt from the show, Barkow discusses the high stakes of the forthcoming oral arguments in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, a case that asks the Supreme Court justices to overturn the long-standing Chevron doctrine that says courts should defer to federal agencies’ interpretation of ambiguous laws.

In the full episode, Barkow further discusses other consequential administrative law cases before the Supreme Court: 

– CFPB v. Community Financial Services Association of America, which could invalidate the funding structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau; and

– SEC v. Jarkesy, which asks whether SEC enforcement actions are consistent with the 7th Amendment’s right to a jury trial.

Preet will be back next week.

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Preet shares an episode of On with Kara Swisher, hosted by the award-winning journalist who covers tech, politics and other breaking news topics. In this episode, Kara speaks with Rockefeller Foundation President Rajiv Shah about the recent UN Climate Conference in Dubai, the unequal impact of climate change globally, and whether billionaire philanthropy is actually making a dent in the problem. 

We’ll be back next week with a regular Stay Tuned episode. 

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Harvard Professor of American History and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore joins Preet to discuss what happened when the U.S. failed to prosecute Confederate President Jefferson Davis. They also talk about Lepore’s new essay collection The Deadline and how on earth we can make sense of the intervening four years since Lepore last appeared on Stay Tuned. 

Plus, could Ginni Thomas face legal peril due to her involvement in the Jan. 6 insurrection? And, entertaining a scenario where (1) Trump is convicted and (2) re-elected and attempts to overturn his conviction(s). 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Supreme Court’s decision to grant review in a case that concerns the scope of the obstruction statute prosecutors have used to charge January 6 rioters and Donald Trump.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: 

– The vote by House Republicans to formally launch an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden; 

– The Supreme Court’s decision to grant review in a case that involves potential restrictions on the abortion drug Mifepristone;

– The expedited schedule set by the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in Trump’s appeal of the lower court’s rejection of his absolute immunity defense in the election subversion criminal case;

– A federal jury’s decision to order Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million in damages for defaming two Georgia election workers; and

– A federal appeals court panel’s rejection of former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows’s request to move his Georgia criminal charges from state court to federal court.

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Scott Mendelson is a film critic and journalist, who’s been studying the film industry for almost three decades. He’s currently a box office columnist at Puck News and the author of The Outside Scoop newsletter on Substack. Mendelson joins Preet to discuss how the box office is doing, how streaming has impacted the industry, and the best movies of 2023. 

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Can money buy happiness? Finance writer Morgan Housel made waves in 2020 with the publication of his runaway hit The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness. Housel’s new book, Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes, is an instant bestseller. Housel joins Preet to talk about the psychology of money and the motivations that can help and hurt investors – and all of us. 

Plus, the problem with referring to federal judges by the presidents who appointed them and the question of damages in the Rudy Giuliani defamation trial. 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down special counsel Jack Smith’s petition to the Supreme Court, in the election subversion case against Donald Trump, asking the justices to decide whether a former president is absolutely immune from criminal prosecution for crimes committed while in office.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: 

– Trump’s decision not to testify in his defense in the NY civil fraud trial; and 

– Hunter Biden’s indictment on nine federal tax charges.

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Mark Chiusano is the author of The Fabulist: The Lying, Hustling, Grifting, Stealing, and Very American Legend of George Santos. He joins Preet to discuss Santos’s lifetime of lies, and what his ascension to power says about our political system. 

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How has Donald Trump maintained his hold on the Republican Party? ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl joins Preet to discuss his new book, Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party. The two break down Trump’s resurgence in the GOP post-Jan. 6 and what he might do if he returns to the presidency 

Plus, Trump’s Georgia trial timing and Judge Chutkan’s denial of Trump’s motion to dismiss based on presidential immunity in Jack Smith’s election subversion case.

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the ruling by a panel of D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals judges that held that presidential immunity does not shield former President Donald Trump from civil liability related to his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss: 

– The ruling by a D.C. District Court judge that rejected Trump’s motion to dismiss the criminal charges in the election interference criminal case; and

– The hearing in Fulton County where Trump’s lawyers argued that the criminal charges in Georgia should be dismissed and that Trump cannot stand on trial until 2029 if he becomes president again.

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Last week in New York, federal prosecutors announced murder-for-hire charges against an Indian national, Nikhil Gupta, who allegedly paid a DEA agent posing as a hitman to assassinate, on U.S. soil, a Sikh attorney and political activist, who is a U.S. citizen residing in NYC. The attempted killing comes just over two months after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Indian agents of killing a Sikh leader in Vancouver.   

Preet speaks with John Carlin, a top DOJ official in both the Obama and Biden administrations and a CAFE veteran, about the indictment and the foreign policy implications of the two plots. 

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What does the recent chaos at OpenAI say about the state of—and fears about—the development of artificial intelligence? Kara Swisher is the host of the popular podcasts On with Kara Swisher and Pivot and has been a leading voice on tech and business for three decades. Kara joins Preet to break down the OpenAI saga. 

Plus, the constitutional “oopsie” of the QAnon Shaman’s congressional campaign, disbarring Supreme Court Justices, and federal judges asking each other for advice. 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that held that only the federal government, not private litigants, could bring lawsuits under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, which prohibits voting practices that discriminate on the basis of race.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce further discuss the Voting Rights Act ruling. They also break down developments in former President Donald Trump’s Georgia prosecution, including the judge’s decision to not send one of Trump’s co-defendants to jail over recent social media posts targeting witnesses and the forthcoming hearing about Trump’s motions to dismiss the charges.

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Will former President Trump’s federal criminal trial for his efforts to overturn the 2020 election be televised? Trump wants the broadcast. Media companies want the broadcast. Special Counsel Jack Smith’s office, citing a federal prohibition, decidedly does not want the broadcast. New York Times Supreme Court Correspondent Adam Liptak joins Preet to talk through the political and legal football of televising the Trump trial. 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the oral arguments heard by the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in former President Donald Trump’s challenge to the gag order imposed in his federal election interference case.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– The protective order issued by the judge overseeing Trump’s Georgia prosecution that bars the public release of discovery materials;

– The many subpoenas being issued relating to Hunter Biden’s cases and investigations; and

– The House Ethics Committee report that accused Representative George Santos of, among other things, using campaign funds for personal purchases and filing false reports with the FEC. 

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In a recent op-ed, Preet brought attention to a little-known double standard in the criminal justice system. It’s common practice for prosecutors to inform high-profile targets of investigations that a case is closed. But such courtesy is seldom extended to lesser-known individuals, leaving many in a prolonged state of uncertainty. Prominent defense attorney Barry Berke joins Preet to discuss the issue. 

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Fareed Zakaria is the host of CNN’s Fareed Zakaria GPS and a foreign affairs columnist at the Washington Post. He joins Preet to discuss the regional and global dynamics of the Israel-Hamas War, the appropriate role for the United States in the Middle East, the state of play in Ukraine, and the politics of the Southern border. 

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down the Supreme Court’s newly adopted Code of Conduct. 

In the full episode, they discuss the leaked video of former Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis’ proffer session with Georgia prosecutors, the positions taken by federal prosecutors and Donald Trump on the issue of publicly broadcasting Trump’s upcoming election interference trial, and the New York Attorney General’s ongoing civil fraud trial against Trump.

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President Biden recently issued a sweeping executive order on the safety and security of artificial intelligence. What will that mean for the developing technology? Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler joins Preet to discuss the implications of the order and the future of AI regulation. 

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Sean Carroll is a theoretical physicist who serves as a Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Carroll strives to convey complicated physics concepts in accessible terms on his Mindscape podcast and in his popular books, including last year’s The Biggest Ideas in the Universe: Space, Time, and Motion. He joins Preet to talk about the relationship between science and philosophy, how to comprehend quantum mechanics, and whether there are billions of similar universes operating alongside our own. 

Plus, Special Counsel David Weiss’s testimony in front of the House Judiciary Committee about the Hunter Biden prosecution and Trump’s reported plan to use the Department of Justice for revenge if he retakes the presidency.

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance break down former President Donald Trump’s testimony in his civil fraud trial in New York.

In the full episode, they further discuss Trump’s civil fraud trial, including the testimony by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and Ivanka Trump’s forthcoming testimony. They also discuss special counsel Jack Smith’s court filing opposing Trump’s motions to dismiss the election interference criminal charges.

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House Republicans finally elected a new speaker: Mike Johnson, a little-known representative from Louisiana. New York Times congressional correspondent Annie Karni joins Preet to discuss the Speaker’s chaotic rise to power, and what his election says about the state of the GOP and Congress.  

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Adam Grant is an organizational psychologist renowned for his work on motivation and unlocking human potential. He’s a professor at Wharton, host of the podcast ReThinking, and author of five New York Times-bestsellers. He joins Preet to discuss his new book, Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things, and how we can overcome obstacles and thrive in work and life. 

Plus, a judge fined Donald Trump twice for violating a gag order and former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen testified in the New York State Attorney General’s civil fraud case.

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In this excerpt from the CAFE Insider podcast, Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance discuss former President Donald Trump’s motions to dismiss the criminal charges brought by special counsel Jack Smith in the election interference case.

In the full episode, Preet and Joyce discuss:

– The ABC News report that, months ago, Smith granted former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows immunity, which cleared the way for Meadows to testify before a D.C. grand jury;

– Trump’s $10,000 fine for violating a gag order in the New York civil fraud case for a second time; and

– Michael Cohen’s testimony at Trump’s civil fraud trial in NY.

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Illinois recently became the first state in the U.S. to ensure that underage social media influencers are properly compensated for their work. The new child labor law creates a right for individuals age 18 or older to sue their parents for lost earnings if they were featured in monetized content. Jessica Maddox, professor in the Department of Journalism and Creative Media at the University of Alabama where she studies social media and its societal impact, joins Preet to discuss the law and its implications. 

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Richard Haass is a veteran diplomat and president emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations, following a 20-year tenure leading the non-partisan think tank. He is also the author of many books, including his most recent The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens, and a weekly Substack titled "Home & Away." Haass joins Preet to discuss the Israel-Hamas War and how the situation could evolve. 

Plus, a judge fined Donald Trump for violating a gag order in the New York State Attorney General’s civil fraud case and another gag order was put on pause in DOJ’s election interference criminal case against Trump.

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