Dive into the intricate world of high-profile legal battles and political discourse with "Rachel Maddow Presents: Déjà News," featuring insights from experts like Lawrence O'Donnell, Andrew Weissmann, Neal Katyal, and more. This episode dissects a series of developments surrounding Donald Trump, including the denial of his motion to dismiss a case about classified documents, and the proposition by the Manhattan DA for a delay in the hush money case due to newly surfaced evidence. The legal expertise of the speakers sheds light on the complexities and potential effects of these legal manoeuvres on the proceedings.
Political strategies and human rights are also at the forefront as Vice President Kamala Harris's advocacy for reproductive rights is highlighted alongside Senator Chuck Schumer's call for new Israeli elections and a revitalized peace process. The episode captures pivotal moments with guest appearances from figures like Kamala Harris and Barbara Lee who speak on personal experiences and Senator Schumer's stance on international relations, offering a multifaceted perspective on pressing issues that extend from the United States judiciary to global diplomatic relations.
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Federal Judge Aileen Mercedes Cannon has denied Donald Trump's motion to dismiss the criminal case regarding his handling of classified documents, indicating the possibility for the issue to be raised again later. The motion's rejection is without prejudice, meaning Trump can reintroduce it during later stages of the legal process. Legal experts express varying concerns about the implications of this decision, with some viewing it as a delay that could potentially prolong court proceedings.
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office, led by Alvin Bragg, proposes a 30-day delay in Donald Trump's case centered on hush money payments to Stormy Daniels. This is in light of new evidence provided by the U.S. Attorney's Office, consisting of tens of thousands of pages of documents that require review for relevancy. The defense's need to review these documents could contribute to further postponements of the trial.
Vice President Kamala Harris has visited a Planned Parenthood clinic in Minnesota, highlighting the negative impacts of abortion bans and the consequential closure of clinics. She decried the restrictions as "outrageous" and "immoral," arguing for women to be trusted with their health decisions. Representative Barbara Lee supported Harris's stance by sharing her personal abortion experience, illustrating the dangers women faced prior to Roe v. Wade and the ongoing struggles for reproductive access.
Senator Chuck Schumer publicly diverges from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies, calling for new Israeli elections and a refreshment of the peace process between Israel and Palestine. Schumer criticizes Netanyahu's stance against a Palestinian state, describes the humanitarian issues in Gaza, and suggests that Netanyahu has prioritized political survival over the nation's wellbeing. The discussion includes concerns that Trump's potential re-election could perpetuate the conflict and support Netanyahu's current agenda.
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Federal Judge Aileen Mercedes Cannon denies Donald Trump's motion to dismiss the criminal case associated with his possession of classified documents, hinting at revisiting the matter in the future.
The case, which implicates Trump in an alleged violation of the Espionage Act, sees no grounds for dismissal at this point according to Judge Cannon. Though claiming the law is too vague, Trump's motion for dismissal is rejected without prejudice, granting him a chance to address the same issue again later in the legal proceedings.
Judge Cannon indicates that there may be a more suitable time to consider the matter, perhaps during jury selection or in formulating jury instruction, briefing, or other motions. This approach preserves the option for the motion to resurface later, essentially prompting a postponement rather than a complete dismissal of Trump's concerns.
Bradley Moss expresses frustration with the pace of the judiciary process, noting Judge Cannon's hesitation to rule on pretrial motions regarding the Presidential ...
Judge denies Trump's motion to dismiss Mar-a-Lago document case, encourages motion to be revived later
Lawrence O'Donnell reports significant developments in the criminal trial of Donald Trump regarding hush money payments.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has suggested a 30-day delay in the start of the case against Donald Trump, which involves business fraud and related hush money payments to Stormy Daniels. This suggestion of the delay is based on the fact that the DA's office recently received a considerable amount of new evidence from the U.S. Attorney's Office in Manhattan. Bragg cites the production of approximately 73,000 pages of records by the United States Attorney's Office since March 4th, with an additional 31,000 pages already turned over and more expected in the following week.
Despite the large number of documents, it is suggested that only 172 pages of the newly obtained material appear relevant to Trump's case. Weissmann echoes the significance of the document turnover, acknowledging the 31,000 documents from t ...
Manhattan DA suggests 30-day delay in Trump hush money case due to new evidence
Vice President Kamala Harris is actively advocating for reproductive rights and has made a historic visit to a Planned Parenthood clinic in St. Paul, Minnesota.
During her visit, part of her Fight for Reproductive Freedom tour, Harris discussed the significant impact of the Dobbs decision on clinic operations. She noted that it led to the shutdown of clinics like the one she visited, severely limiting access to essential reproductive health care services, including abortion care and cancer screenings.
Describing the restriction on reproductive rights as "outrageous" and "immoral," Harris criticized the attacks on individuals' rights to make decisions about their bodies. She underscored that one of the potentially intended consequences of the Dobbs decision was the closure of state clinics that provide reproductive care in states that have banned or restricted access to such services.
Harris emphasized the importance of trusting women to make their own health decisions, and criticized elected leaders who believe they know what's better for women.
In solidarity with Harris’s advocacy, Democratic Representative Barbara Lee shared her personal experience of undergoing an illegal abortion as a teenager in Mexico. Lee described the procedure as terrifying ...
Kamala Harris visits abortion clinic, advocates for reproductive rights
Senator Chuck Schumer, historically a staunch supporter of Israel, takes a bold stance against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for his replacement and a renewed focus on the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
Schumer candidly criticizes Netanyahu's clear rejection of a Palestinian state, warning that this denial is detrimental not only to Palestinians but also to the larger goal of global peace. His sentiments reflect a broader frustration within the United States, further articulated by Ben Rhodes, at the Israeli government's unwillingness to even consider a Palestinian state under Netanyahu’s leadership.
Amidst a worsening conflict, Schumer calls for a temporary ceasefire. His objective is facilitating the release of hostages, a move implied by Lawrence O'Donnell to be one of the first steps towards easing tensions.
Describing the situation in Gaza as a humanitarian catastrophe, Schumer illustrates a bleak picture of human suffering, mass displacement, and the tragic loss of civilian lives. Richard Stengel echoes Schumer’s depiction of the crisis, drawing attention to the innocent people suffering in Gaza.
Schumer contends that Netanyahu has fallen off the right path, prioritizing his political longevity over the welfare of Israel. Schumer's assertion, supported by Stengel, is that Netanyahu’s actions necessitate new elections ...
Schumer calls for Israel elections and peace process, breaks with Netanyahu
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