Best Tom Render Podcasts (2025)

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Legal News for Fri 6/6 - SEC Lawsuit Dismissed, OpenAI Appeals NYT Case Data Retention, Trump Pushes to Defund Legal Aid for Poor Americans, and Direct File on GitHub 15:38

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This Day in Legal History: SEC Established On this day in legal history, June 6, 1934, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was established as part of the sweeping reforms of the New Deal. The SEC was created by the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 in response to the stock market crash of 1929 and the ensuing Great Depression, …

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LGBTQ+ Pride Matters Now More Than Ever 57:12

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T Lo talk about why Pride hits different this year and where the queer community needs to focus in response. PLUS: Celebrity nonsense, from "The White Lotus" stars Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood doing damage control to "Pokerface" star Natasha Lyonne doing damage to her rep. And a deep dive into why the third season of "And Just Like That..." su…

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Legal News for Thurs 6/4 - SAP SCOTUS Antitrust Bid, Trump FEC Lawsuit Win, ICE Plans to DNA Test Migrants 6:58

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This Day in Legal History: Henderson v. United States Decided On June 5, 1950, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in Henderson v. United States, 339 U.S. 816 (1950), a significant civil rights ruling concerning racial segregation in interstate transportation. Elmer W. Henderson, an African American passenger, had been denied equal …

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Legal News for Weds 6/4 - Tom Girardi Sentenced, 9th Circuit Hears Birthright Citizenship Attack, RFK Jr. and Musk Sued, and White House vs. GAO on Spending 9:15

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This Day in Legal History: 19th Amendment Passed in Senate On June 4, 1919, the U.S. Congress passed the 19th Amendment, marking a turning point in American constitutional and civil rights history. The amendment stated simply that the right to vote "shall not be denied or abridged... on account of sex," legally enfranchising millions of women. The …

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Legal News for Tues 6/3 - SCOTUS Declines Magazine Ban Challenges, Lawsuits Alleges Class Action Administration Kickbacks and a 100% tax on Homes in Spain 6:21

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This Day in Legal History: National Defense Act On June 3, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Defense Act into law, marking a major shift in American military and legal policy. Passed amid growing tensions related to World War I, the Act dramatically expanded the U.S. Army and strengthened the National Guard, officially integrating …

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Legal News for Mon 6/2 - Trump Wins, Loses at SCOTUS, Google Appeals Antitrust Decision and PBS Sues over Defunding 7:35

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This Day in Legal History: Timothy McVeigh Convicted On June 2, 1997, Timothy McVeigh was convicted by a federal jury for his role in the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history at the time—the 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. The attack killed 168 people, including 19 children, and injured hundred…

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Legal News for Fri 5/30 - Google Search Antitrust Showdown, Trump's Goofy Tariffs Revived, His Attempt at Weakening Courts, and Boeing's Deal to Duck 737 MAX Trial 16:18

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This Day in Legal History: Trump Guilty on All Counts On this day in legal history, May 30, 2024, President Donald J. Trump was convicted on all 34 felony counts in a criminal trial related to a hush money scheme during the 2016 presidential campaign. The case centered on falsified business records used to conceal payments made to adult film actres…

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"Hacks," "And Just Like That..." and The Celebrity Stories of the Week 1:00:22

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T Lo review the last two episodes of season four of "Hacks," unpack why "And Just Like That..." is so limp, and offer their opinions on the marriages of Emmanuel Macron and Hugh Jackman, and explain why Patti LuPone needs to keep her mouth shut.By Tom Lorenzo

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Legal News for Thurs 5/28 - Trump Pumps Crypto in 401(k)s, Freeze on Student Visa Apps and SCOTUS Ethics Questioned over Mass Recusals in Penguin RandomHouse Case 6:03

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This Day in Legal History: The Killing of Maximum John On May 29, 1979, U.S. District Judge John H. Wood Jr. was assassinated outside his home in San Antonio, Texas. Nicknamed “Maximum John” for his reputation of handing down the harshest possible sentences in drug-related cases, Wood had become a prominent figure in the federal judiciary’s war on …

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Legal News for Weds 5/28 - Musk Challenged at DOGE, Another Court Loss for Trump, and a Win for NYC's Congestion Pricing 6:48

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This Day in Legal History: Frederic William Maitland Born On this day in legal history, May 28, 1850, Frederic William Maitland was born in London. Maitland would go on to become one of the most influential legal historians of the 19th century, widely regarded as the father of modern English legal history. Educated at Eton and Trinity College, Camb…

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Legal News for Tues 5/26 - SCOTUS Pauses DOGE Record Demand, Judge Orders Trump Admin to Bring Back Asylum Seeker, and Death of the Penny Sales Tax Effects 6:36

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This Day in Legal History: Schecter Poultry Corp Decided On May 27, 1935, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in A.L.A. Schechter Poultry Corp. v. United States, delivering a major blow to President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal. In a unanimous ruling, the Court struck down the National Industrial Recovery Act (NIRA), a cornerstone…

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Legal News for Fri 5/23 - Ukraine-US Mineral Deal Deep Dive, Trump's Blocked Fed Layoffs and SCOTUS Rule that Preserves Federal Reserve Independence 14:57

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This Day in Legal History: Same-Sex Marriage Legalized in Ireland On May 23, 2015, Ireland became the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage through a popular vote, marking a historic shift in both national and global legal landscapes. The referendum asked voters whether the Constitution should be amended to allow marriage regardl…

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Legal News for Thurs 5/22 - PowerSchool Hacker Plea, Judge Rejects Vanguard Settlement, Trump Admin Fights DOGE Transparency at SCOTUS 5:57

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This Day in Legal History: Abraham Lincoln, Inventor On May 22, 1849, Abraham Lincoln was awarded U.S. Patent No. 6,469 for an invention designed to lift boats over shoals and other obstacles in shallow waterways. The device involved a system of bellows attached to the hull of a boat, which could be inflated to lift the vessel over obstructions. Li…

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Legal News for Weds 5/21 - State AGs Sue Trump Over Tariffs, DOJ Probe into Cuomo, Judge Tosses Treasury's Case Against IRS Worker Union 5:51

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This Day in Legal History: House of Representatives Passes 19th Amendment On this day in legal history, May 21, 1919, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. The amendment stated simply: "The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by t…

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Legal News for Tues 5/20 - State AGs as AI Policymakers, Trump v. Letitia James, Trump Cutting off Investments in Red States 6:53

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This Day in Legal History: Blue Jeans Patented On May 20, 1873, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office granted Patent No. 139,121 to Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss for an innovation that would revolutionize American workwear and fashion: the use of copper rivets to reinforce the stress points on men's work pants. Davis, a tailor from Reno, Nevada, orig…

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Legal News for Mon 5/19 - SCOTUS Halts Trump Deportations under AEA, Looming Ruling on Religious Rights, Court Curbs Federal Unions and "Best Auctioneer in the Ozarks" 7:25

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This Day in Legal History: Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo Ratified On May 19, 1848, Mexico formally ratified the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, officially bringing an end to the Mexican-American War. Signed earlier that year on February 2, the treaty had already been ratified by the United States, but it required approval from both nations to take effec…

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Legal News for Fri 5/16 - Intel Fights EU Fine, Trump Tests Humphrey's Executor, SEC Staff Cuts Risk Harms and Meta Challenges FTC Monopoly Case 16:20

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This Day in Legal History: SCOTUS Upholds CFPB Funding Structure On May 16, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a major ruling in Consumer Financial Protection Bureau v. Community Financial Services Association of America, Ltd., upholding the constitutionality of the CFPB’s funding structure. In a 7–2 decision, the Court held that the agency’s f…

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Are the Cannes Red Carpet Rules Fair? 51:29

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T Lo look at Beyonce's concert tour woes, dive into the latest Taylor Swift news in the Blake Lively case, and unpack whether Prince Harry is being naive or manipulative regarding his family. Then: Why is "Hacks" flopping so hard? And are the Cannes Film Festival red carpet rules fair or not?By Tom Lorenzo

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Legal News for Thurs 5/15 - EPA Rolls Back PFAS Rules, RFK Jr. Swims in Filth and Defends HHS Layoffs Amid Measles Outbreaks, and More Companies Eye "Dexit" 6:04

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This Day in Legal History: Standard Oil Breaks Up On May 15, 1911, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Standard Oil Co. of New Jersey v. United States, finding that Standard Oil had violated the Sherman Antitrust Act by engaging in monopolistic practices. The Court unanimously ruled that Standard Oil’s dominance over the oil indust…

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Legal News for Weds 5/14 - Section 199A Tax Breaks for Rich, Harvard Federal Funding Fight, New Sentence for Menendez Bros and WI Judge Indicted 7:11

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This Day in Legal History: Arrival of Constitutional Delegates On May 14, 1787, delegates from several states began arriving in Philadelphia for what would become the Constitutional Convention, a pivotal moment in American legal history. Originally convened to revise the Articles of Confederation, the gathering quickly evolved into a full-scale eff…

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Legal News for Tues 5/13 - Trump Ousts Copyright Office Chief After AI Report Critical of Musk Position, Texas Hands $1b to Private Schools and Starves Public Ones, Trump Undercuts Tax Compliance 6:39

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This Day in Legal History: Brady v. Maryland On May 13, 1963, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark ruling in Brady v. Maryland, fundamentally reshaping criminal procedure and the obligations of prosecutors. The case involved John Brady, who was convicted of murder in Maryland state court. Although he admitted involvement, he claimed he did no…

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Legal News for Mon 5/12 - Trump's Agency Cuts Frozen, Tufts Student Released, Mayor Arrested at ICE Detention Center and Drug Pricing in Vogue 7:36

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This Day in Legal History: Harry Blackmun Confirmed to SCOTUS On May 12, 1970, the U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed Judge Harry A. Blackmun to the Supreme Court, filling the vacancy left by Justice Abe Fortas. Nominated by President Richard Nixon, Blackmun had previously served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit and was considered…

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Legal News for Fri 5/9 - RIP Souter, Trump's Fox-Fueled DOJ Reshuffle, Detained Tufts Student Hearing 9:46

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This Day in Legal History: House Judiciary Committee Impeachment Hearings on Nixon On May 9, 1974, the House Judiciary Committee officially opened its impeachment hearings against President Richard Nixon, marking a critical escalation in the fallout from the Watergate scandal. Chaired by Representative Peter Rodino of New Jersey, the committee conv…

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Legal News for Thurs 5/7 - Jenner and Block Battles, EPA Renews Superfund Push, Jeh Johnson Leaves Paul Weiss 6:27

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This Day in Legal History: Petition of Right On May 8, 1628, the English Parliament formally presented the Petition of Right to King Charles I, marking a key moment in the development of constitutional law and the rule of law in England. This pivotal document emerged in response to growing discontent over the king’s use of extrajudicial practices—m…

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Legal News for Weds 5/7 - Trump's EO Sunk By His Own Social Media Statements, Cost of Pardon: $1m, Samsung Audio Acquisition and Court Halting Agency Layoffs under APA 6:38

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This Day in Legal History: Salmon P. Chase Dies On May 7, 1873, Salmon P. Chase—former Chief Justice of the United States and one of the most prominent legal minds of his generation—died at the age of 65. Chase was a towering figure in antebellum legal and political life, best known for his ardent antislavery positions and constitutional rigor. A f…

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Unpacking the SuperFine Met Gala 49:20

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T Lo explain the history of the Met Gala, why there are so many celebrities there, and what the whole thing is meant to achieve. Then they take a look at this year's themes of Black Dandyism and fine tailoring, and explain why so many white women failed in their style choices this time around.By Tom Lorenzo

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Legal News for Tues 5/6 - Apple Faces Developer Lawsuit over App Store, WA Passes Right to Repair Law, and the Folly of a Millionaire Tax Bracket 6:30

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This Day in Legal History: Civil Rights Act of 1960 On May 6, 1960, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act of 1960 into law, marking a cautious but critical step forward in the long legal battle over voting rights in America. The Act was designed to address the persistent and systemic barriers that prevented African Americans, p…

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Legal News for Mon 5/5 - Q1 Legal Services Quasi-Boom, CA Bar Exam Meltdown, Trump's Deep State Solicitor Bench 7:09

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This Day in Legal History: John T. Scopes Arrested On May 5, 1925, John T. Scopes, a 24-year-old high school science teacher in Dayton, Tennessee, was arrested for violating the state's Butler Act, which prohibited the teaching of human evolution in public schools. His arrest set in motion one of the most famous trials in American history: the Scop…

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Legal news for Fri 5/2 - Justice Jackson Speaks Truth, Trump Appoints First Judge, Google Fighting to Preserve Advertising Dominance 13:29

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This Day in Legal History: Louisiana Adopts State Constitution, McCarthy Dies, and Birmingham Campaign On May 2, 1939, Louisiana adopted its current state constitution, known as the Louisiana Constitution of 1921, which at the time marked a significant overhaul of state governance. Though originally adopted in 1921, it underwent critical amendments…

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Legal News for Thurs 5/1 - Apple Faces Contempt, Palestinian Student Free Speech Win, Meta's AI Training Fair Use Fight and SCOTUS Poised to Allow Religious Charter Schools 8:14

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This Day in Legal History: “Law Day” is Born On this day in 1958, President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued a proclamation that did more than just slap a new label on the calendar—it attempted to reframe the ideological narrative of the Cold War itself. With Presidential Proclamation 3221, Eisenhower officially designated May 1 as Law Day, a symbolic c…

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Legal News for Weds 4/30 - SCOTUS Looks at OK Catholic Charter School, Google's Antitrust Fight Continues, Trump EO on Pro Bono Defense for Cops and his Continued Tariff Delusions 8:01

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This Day in Legal History: Louisiana Purchase On this day in legal history, April 30, 1803, the United States signed the Louisiana Purchase Treaty with France, dramatically altering the legal and territorial landscape of the country. The treaty, signed in Paris by American envoys Robert Livingston and James Monroe, officially transferred approximat…

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Legal News for Tues 4/29 - Jenner & Block Fight Against Trump EO, Trump Admin Moves Against Sanctuary Cities/States, Tax Change Could Put Atlanta Braves $19m in Hole 5:47

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This Day in Legal History: Los Angeles Riots On April 29, 1992, the Los Angeles riots erupted following the acquittal of four LAPD officers charged with excessive force in the beating of Rodney King, an African American motorist. The brutal 1991 beating had been captured on video and widely broadcast, leading to public outrage. However, when a larg…

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TV Talk: "Hacks," "Andor," "Your Friends & Neighbors," and "MobLand" 47:36

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T Lo go deep on four shows holding their interest at the moment, reviewing what's working and what isn't in this season of "Hacks," explaining why "Your Friends & Neighbors" works in spite of its cliches, raving about "Andor" as the best thing on TV and suggesting why you shouldn't bother with "MobLand."…

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Legal News for Mon 4/28 - DOJ Civil Rights Retreat, Major Immigration Raid in Colorado, SCOTUS Action in Key Obamacare Preventative Care Coverage Case 5:21

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This Day in Legal History: Mutiny on the Bounty On April 28, 1789, one of the most famous acts of rebellion at sea occurred aboard the HMS Bounty. Captain William Bligh and 18 loyal crew members were forcibly set adrift in the Pacific Ocean by mutineers led by Fletcher Christian. The incident exposed deep tensions over leadership, working condition…

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Legal News for Fri 4/25 - Big Tech Draws Bipartisan Fire, ABA Sues DOJ over Grants, Trump's Lawyer Can't Defend Executive Orders in Court and SALT Deduction Defensibility 10:23

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This Day in Legal History: United States v. Carolene Products Co. Decided On April 25, 1938, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in United States v. Carolene Products Co., 304 U.S. 144, a seemingly mundane case about a federal law banning the interstate shipment of “filled milk.” But beneath its surface lay one of the most consequential foot…

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Legal News for Thurs 4/24 - CFPB Retreats from PayPal Battle, Trump Sues Perkins Coie, Big Law Firms Fight Executive Orders and CA Bar Exam Fallout 7:18

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This Day in Legal History: Easter Rising On April 24, 1916, the Easter Rising erupted in Dublin as Irish republicans launched a bold and ultimately tragic insurrection against British rule. The event, intended to establish an independent Irish Republic, had enormous legal and constitutional consequences that would ripple through British and Irish l…

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Legal News for Weds 4/23 - Superman Rights Fight, Judges Block Venezuelan Deportations, EU Fines for Apple and Meta under DMA 6:49

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This Day in Legal History: Sirhan Sirhan Sentenced to Death On April 23, 1969, Sirhan Bishara Sirhan was formally sentenced to death for the assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, a tragedy that shook the United States during a period of intense political and social upheaval. Kennedy had been shot on June 5, 1968, just after declaring victory …

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Legal News for Tues 4/22 - Google Landmark Antitrust Trial, SCOTUS Refuses to Revive Minnesota Minor Handgun Restriction and Keep DOGE out of the IRS 6:31

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This Day in Legal History: Army-McCarthy Hearings Begin On April 22, 1954, the Army-McCarthy hearings began in Washington, D.C., marking a pivotal moment in American legal and political history. The televised proceedings, which stretched over two months, were convened to investigate conflicting accusations between Senator Joseph McCarthy and the U.…

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Legal news for Mon 4/21 - Judge Slams Federal Worker Mass Firing, Obamacare Challenge at SCOTUS, Deportation Halts, and a Passport Policy Violating Trans Rights 9:51

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This Day in Legal History: Maryland Toleration Act Passed On April 21, 1649, the Maryland Assembly passed the Maryland Toleration Act, a landmark piece of colonial legislation that granted freedom of worship to all Christians in the colony. Also known as the Act Concerning Religion, it was one of the first legal efforts in the American colonies to …

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Legal News for Fri 4/18 - Trump's Deportation Appeal Loss, SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Showdown, Judge Ho Condemns District Court Overreach 20:50

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This Day in Legal History: Plaut v. Spendthrift Farm, Inc. On April 18, 1995, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered its opinion in Plaut v. Spendthrift Farm, Inc., a significant decision reinforcing the constitutional principle of separation of powers. The case arose after Congress enacted legislation requiring federal courts to reopen certain final jud…

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Legal News for Thursday 4/17 - Google UK Lawsuit, AP v. Trump WH Press Fight, CA Rejects Musk's OpenAI Lawsuit Request 5:56

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This Day in Legal History: Lochner On April 17, 1905, the U.S. Supreme Court decided Lochner v. New York, a landmark case in American constitutional law that struck down a New York law limiting bakery workers to a 60-hour workweek and 10-hour workday. The Court ruled in a 5-4 decision that the law violated the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Cla…

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"Hacks," The Aftermath of "The White Lotus" and That Nonsense Space Flight 45:10

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T Lo unpack the first two episodes of "Hacks," and explain why "The Studio" just isn't doing it for them before diving into all of the drama surrounding "The White Lotus." PLUS: Why you can't support Harry Potter anymore and why the Blue Origin spaceflight was crass and cynical.By Tom Lorenzo

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Legal News for Weds 4/16 - DOJ Sues Maine Over Transgender Athlete Policy, Schumer Seeks to Block Prosecutor Pick, IRSS Threats to Harvard, and Student NIL Income Tax Exemption 8:01

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This Day in Legal History: Rush-Bagot Treaty On April 16, 1818, the United States Senate ratified the Rush-Bagot Treaty, a landmark agreement with Great Britain that fundamentally reshaped security along the U.S.-Canada border. Negotiated in the aftermath of the War of 1812, the treaty aimed to de-escalate military tensions between the two nations …

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Legal News for Tues 4/15 - Wrongful Deportation, Biosimilar Antitrust Lawsuit vs. Amgen, Federal Probe into DGE Changes at SEC 6:16

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This Day in Legal History: President Lincoln Dies On this day in legal history, April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln died from a gunshot wound inflicted the night before by actor and Confederate sympathizer John Wilkes Booth. The assassination occurred at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., where Lincoln was watching a play with his wife. He w…

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