The Illegal News with Sarah Longwell
The Bulwark“The Illegal News” is where law meets politics. Each week, Bulwark publisher Sarah Longwell (not a lawyer) sits down with a legal expert to unpack how the latest court filings, rulings, and procedural twists and turns of the Trump era are shaping American democracy. These are conversations about justice without the jargon, giving you context for the biggest developments and surfacing the legal (an... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 101 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsSociety & CulturePolitics | |||
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Sarah Longwell is joined by CNN legal analyst Elliot Williams to break down Trump’s latest legal battles—from the Supreme Court limiting his tariff plan to a judge holding ICE in contempt for ignoring court orders.
They also discuss the FCC targetin... more
The Supreme Court struck down Trump’s sweeping tariffs in a 6–3 decision—including votes from two of his own appointees. Sarah Longwell and Andrew Weissmann explain why the Court said Congress, not the president, controls the power to tax, what the “... more
Andrew Weissmann explains to Sarah Longwell the new filing from officials in Georgia’s Fulton County election office attacking the FBI's search of the county's election records last month. They also discuss the latest around ICE cases in Minnesota an... more
Andrew Weissmann explains to Sarah Longwell why Pam Bondi’s bizarre hearing indicates deep problems at the Justice Department. From the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein files to the FBI’s raid on Georgia’s Fulton County election office, they discuss wha... more
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United States14 days ago - I gotta say…
It’s better without Kellyanne’s husband.
Apple Podcasts2Just Some Dude 420United States15 days ago - Confused Attorney regarding the Epstein case
Why did Maureen Comey only prosecute Epstein and Maxwell?
For example, Les Wexner seems to be a very possible co-conspirator? He turned his entire fortune over to Epstein.!
Could certain documents have been released prior to the Supreme Court in Oct 2025 declining Maxwell’s appeal?
It is ironic that the Epstein case may bring the entire British Government down and we can’t get one investigation out of our DOJ!
It appears a country with a real king is functioning much better than ours w... more
Apple Podcasts5Lee EsqUnited States17 days ago - Too irritated to not comment
Sarah- “ George was the mean one so i had to be nice”
Can you see your own limitations in this context?And your need to change to be as effective as you want to be ?
I think i get it- certain men do not
deserve your respect. I saw a comment you posted: the show is “ much better without George”
I think he is much better without you. I think you stymied him with a dismissive and disrespectful attitude. That will often cause “ rambling “
because a person is trying to make sense of “ this person... more
Apple Podcasts1Walks talks and sewsUnited Statesa month ago - Much better without George
He was tough to listen to because he rambled and interrupted and talked for way too long. Mostly love the rotating experts. Except Rangappa is a poor speaker who can’t get to the point. Weissman is excellent. You need to speak well to be on a podcast!
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Apple Podcasts | #79 | United States/News/Politics |
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What is The Illegal News about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Centered around the legal implications of current events, the episodes frequently explore the complexities of executive power and its impact on American democracy, particularly under the Trump administration. The discourse often includes in-depth analyses of high-profile legal cases, allowing listeners to grasp intricate legal concepts without requiring prior legal knowledge. Notably, the dynamic between the hosts enhances the accessibility of serious political discussions, making the content engaging for a wide audience. Unique features include listener interaction segments and the inclusion of expert guests, providing professional insights into pressing legal matters.
Listeners can expect a mix of critical analysis, humor, and clarity as... more
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2. Carol Leonnig
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4. Steve Vladeck
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