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The Trump Trials: Sidebar The Washington Post
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The Washington Post’s Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann gather for a weekly conversation about former president Donald Trump’s ongoing legal troubles. As trials loom in New York, Florida, Georgia and Washington, D.C., the team will break down the most important – and historic – twists and turns, all as Trump seeks a second term as president.
The crew will sit down each Thursday (with the occasional breaking news episode) to discuss what has happened that week, and what’s coming up the next week – often with guest appearances from Washington Post reporters. Listen in to see how you can submit your own questions for the team to answer.
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Unconventional
This week, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann report from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where Trump officially became the 2024 Republican presidential nominee just days after the shooting at his rally in Butler, Pa.
The crew discusses Trump's nomination speech, the momentum his campaign seems to have gained, and what might happen next in the presidential campaign. And Trump's legal cases in Florida and New York are still delayed.
Plus, Washington Post Universe stars Dave Jorgenson and Joseph Ferguson join the show, revealing how social media has taken over political conventions. -
The Pick is In
On this special bonus episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann discuss the breaking news of Trump's pick for his vice-presidential running mate, Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance (R).
Plus, the crew dives into Judge Aileen Cannon's surprise decision to dismiss special counsel Jack Smith's case against Trump in Florida, where the former president is charged with illegally retaining classified documents after his presidency. -
Veepstakes
On this week's episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey sits down with Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann to talk about the continued ripple effects of the Supreme Court's immunity decision, which meant Trump's scheduled sentencing for his New York conviction is delayed.
And it isn't just the New York case; there are also delays in his Florida and Washington, D.C. cases.
Plus, the Republican National Convention is next week, and Trump still hasn't named a vice-presidential nominee. The crew previews the convention, and who might appear onstage as Trump's running mate. -
Immunity
On this special bonus episode, The Washington Post's Rhonda Colvin sits down with senior video journalist JM Rieger, columnist James Hohmann, video journalist Blair Guild and law enforcement reporter Tom Jackman to discuss the historic Supreme Court ruling that gives former president Trump – and every president – broad immunity from prosecution for official acts.
The crew breaks down what the court's ruling means for Trump and his ongoing legal cases, and how it might affect some of the charges filed against him. Plus, how does all of this affect the presidential campaign?
And don't forget, the sentencing hearing for Trump's New York case – in which he was convicted of 34 felony counts of falsifying documents – is set for next week. -
The age-old debate
On this week's episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey is joined by James Hohmann, Rhonda Colvin and JM Rieger to discuss the first presidential debate. The crew breaks down President Biden's shaky performance, how Trump addressed his felony conviction and ongoing legal issues, and how the debate could affect the presidential race.
Plus, the Supreme Court has ruled on a key case brought by a Jan. 6 defendant who argued he shouldn't have been charged with obstructing an official proceeding. The crew analyzes how Trump’s legal team may use the decision to try to whittle down one of his criminal cases. -
The calm before the storm
On this week's episode, the crew discusses former president Donald Trump's upcoming busy month, from Supreme Court decisions to the first presidential debate.
The Washington Post's Libby Casey sits down with senior video journalist JM Rieger to discuss the Supreme Court and several Trump-related cases that could be decided in the coming days – and how the decisions the court makes could reshape presidential power in America.
Then, national political reporter Isaac Arnsdorf joins the show to discuss Trump's campaign trail rhetoric, and what to expect from his debate with President Biden next week.
Customer Reviews
Fabulous
Seriously good, quick witted and relevant. Also: how great is Libby Casey!? As I recall she was on the local NPR affiliate in Fairbanks Alaska years ago, tromping through snow, ice, and subzero temperatures to secure interviews… Now with the recreations- she gets us so close to the story! Thanks for the deep dives into the daily news (such as it is) in such a researched and dynamic way.
No legal knowledge, wrong information given
These are reporters analyzing legal issues, and it’s clear none of them has legal training. I’m a criminal lawyer and listening to this podcast I have identified several incorrect statements from the participants. Voir Dire does not mean “to speak the truth”, despite the panelists’ assertion to the contrary. VERDICT comes from the Latin for to speak the truth. Voir Dire is French in origin. VOIR means “to see” and DIRE means “to speak” or “to say”. It is the lawyer’s opportunity to see and speak to jurors. Furthermore, the US Supreme Court absolutely can overturn state criminal convictions if they run afoul of the US Constitution. The federal constitution sets a floor for rights and procedures that all states must follow. Don’t hire people to speak on this show if they don’t know what they’re talking about.
Lunacy
For those with extremely low IQs